Safety Specialist

At Cambria, we take care of our people by offering a great workplace with excellent benefits. You will enjoy a clean, climate-controlled environment, paid lunch breaks, shift differential pay for certain shifts, Cambria uniforms and boots, medical and dental insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) with immediate company match, paid time off, paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, opportunities for advancement, and an employee referral program. The Safety Specialist works with Operations Leadership and associates at the Cambria Quartz Processing Center (Randolph, MN) to support a strong safety culture and is responsible for ensuring the facilities and site are compliant with all OSHA and other Federal, State, and Local guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide subject matter expertise on Cambria safety standards and programs Support continuous improvement of safety programs, including incident reporting and investigation, emergency preparedness, hazardous communication, lock‑out‑tag‑out, crane, forklift, industrial hygiene, confined space, fall protection, blood borne pathogen, and hearing conservation Ensure the site is compliant with all OSHA and other Federal and State/Local guidelines and with Cambria safety standards through audits of all training activities Provide frequent and routine required safety trainings to employees Conduct and document required safety inspections, follow up on findings, and facilitate implementation of corrective actions in a timely manner Advise and inform operations leadership on relevant safety initiatives and generate reports Assist with incident or near‑miss investigations Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and projects Monitor inventory for safety supplies and interact with vendors Support the Emergency Response Team and coordinate routine trainings Conduct industrial hygiene and noise sampling as necessary Maintain well‑organized record‑keeping system Communicate effectively with all employees, including technical information Keep work area clean and orderly Be detail‑oriented and capable of working independently, with guidance Employ critical thinking and problem‑solving skills Perform job duties safely as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Support environmental requirements and initiatives as needed Perform additional duties as assigned by management Preferred Qualifications and Skills Bilingual (English/Spanish) 1–3 years of relevant experience Experience with railroad regulations/operations Knowledge of OSHA and other Federal, State and Local regulations Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace Crane and forklift experience Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills Keen observation skills and ability to multi‑task Basic math skills Mechanically inclined Industrial work experience First Aid/CPR/AED Certified Minimum Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred. Experience: 1–3 years of safety experience in manufacturing field preferred. Cambria Success Factors High attention to detail Reliable and punctual Direct communication Sense of urgency in completing work Capable of multitasking Work well both independently and with a team Self‑motivated Physical Requirements Lift up to 50 lbs. Push/pull 100 lbs. Stand on feet for long periods of time during a shift with intermittent breaks Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by Cambria, including applicable tight‑fitting respiratory protection Work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions Walk up and down steps multiple times throughout shift Bend over multiple times throughout shift Task Based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements Steel‑toed boots Hard hat Hearing protection Safety glasses Cut‑proof gloves Latex gloves Face shield High visibility vest Half or Full‑facepiece respirator Respirator (employees who are required to wear a respirator must maintain a clean‑shaven face in the area where the respirator seals to the skin) Salary & Benefits Cambria’s starting salary range for this position is $60,000 – $77,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hires for the position. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including work location, job‑related experience, and relevant education and/or training. Benefits include health and dental insurance, paid time off, 7 paid holidays, 401(k) with matching, discretionary profit sharing, flexible spending account, life, supplemental life, and disability insurance, referral program, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, employee discount, and professional development assistance. Additional Information Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. The results will be reviewed based on the individual's record, and the specific duties and requirements of the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cambria