Safety & Security Specialist II

About the role

The Safety & Security Specialist II responds to safety and security incidents across all AIT operations, conducts root cause investigations, and implements corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to safety and security incidents across all AIT operational environments.
• Ensure timely, thorough investigations by driving root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct routine and targeted inspections to uncover safety hazards and security vulnerabilities, using standardized tools and checklists to ensure thoroughness and consistency.
• Evaluate risks based on severity and likelihood, prioritizing them for corrective action.
• Prepare and support both internal and external audits by ensuring that all safety and security protocols, documentation, and compliance measures are audit-ready.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, such as operations, human resources, and compliance, to gather and verify required documentation and ensure alignment with audit criteria.
• Serve as a key point of contact, facilitating auditor access to relevant systems, records, and personnel, and providing clear explanations of safety procedures and controls.
• Ensure all operations, facilities, and personnel adhere to applicable safety and security regulations at the local, state, federal, and international levels.
• Design, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive safety and security training programs tailored to the diverse roles within the organization.
• Coordinate and lead emergency preparedness drills, such as fire and severe weather drills, ensuring participation, documentation, and continuous improvement based on lessons learned.
• Act as a key leader during actual emergencies by guiding teammates through the response plan and coordinating with local emergency services as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree In Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, Or a related field (Required)
• Experience: 3+ years experience in safety compliance, risk assessment, or logistics operations (Required)

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT regulations, and Security protocols
• High Ability to conduct safety audits
• High Communication and training skills
• Familiarity with warehouse equipment and material handling safety

Pay

The wage range for this position is $68,640.00-$99,500.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans).

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

What AIT Can Offer You

• In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position).
• Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement.
• In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans).

About AIT Worldwide Logistics

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled.