Safety Specialist

Job Title: Safety Specialist

Job Duration: 3 Months Potential to extend depending on the business needs

Job Location: Castleton - On-Hudson NY 12033

· Training Schedule - (M - F) 9am- 5:30pm

· Shift Schedule: BHD - Back half days - Wed - Sat

Job Description:

Services To Be Performed

• Identify and inform management of compliance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities through the conduct of weekly, and monthly audits
• Facilitate investigation process
• Maintain required paperwork to comply with Client and regulations
• Enter Information in internal database in a timely manner
• Perform observations & audits
• Train and assist others (Area Managers, team members, etc.) to complete their responsibilities (Audits, Follow Rules, etc.)
• Perform specific training as required by the Manager
• May have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, or other related activities depending on the business unit and location
• Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions to completion

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Ability to communicate and needs to all levels of the organization
• Calm demeanor in situations

Required Skills

• Minimum of 1 years in an Environmental & (EHS) related field or bachelor’s degree in related field
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity · Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the work place
• Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in a related field
• Strong communication, teamwork, analysis, judgment, and customer focus skills
• Experience leading and managing a team Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential concerns and conduct job hazard and job analyses
• Experienced in response and currently holds and certificates Experience in Worker’s case management
• Passion for safety
• Experience in healthcare or industrial settings
• Experience with OSHA regulations
• Experience with Workers Compensation