Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist covering our Manchester and Columbia facilities will provide proactive safety leadership, develop and enforce safety policies, and protect personnel, assets, and operations from hazards. The Safety Specialist will play a pivotal role in safeguarding employees, contractors, and visitors at a high‑volume aerospace and industrial manufacturing facility. This position focuses on developing, implementing, and continuously improving safety programs that align with industry regulations and Howmet's culture of proactive risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Management

• Develop, update, and enforce facility‑specific safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations, root‑cause, and corrective action plans.
• Update and maintain emergency plans

Compliance & Regulatory Affairs

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ASME, ISO, and other relevant standards.
• Maintain accurate records for inspections, audits, and incident reporting.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and external auditors.

Training & Communication

• Design and deliver safety training modules for new hires, shift supervisors, and specialized teams.
• Promote a safety‑first culture through signage, and toolbox talks.
• Facilitate safety briefings and incident-reporting channels

Hazard Mitigation

• Identify potential hazards in process operations, material handling, and equipment use.
• Recommend engineering controls, PPE, and procedural changes.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze safety metrics (e.g., incident frequency, severity) and benchmark against industry best practices.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams to integrate safety into product development and process design.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety or related field is preferred but not required
• Minimum 1 year in safety-focused role, preferably in manufacturing
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.