Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

Position Summary: The Safety Specialist supports the execution of the organization’s environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs at the plant level, partnering with operations leadership to drive safety practices, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Execute site-level safety programs in alignment with corporate EHS strategy and regulatory requirements (OSHA, state, local)
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and standards through consistent field presence
• Maintain OSHA logs and required documentation; support audit readiness and inspections
• Assist in development, implementation, and continuous improvement of SOPs and safety procedures
• Conduct routine floor walks, job observations, and safety audits to identify hazards and unsafe behaviors
• Partner with supervisors to correct unsafe conditions and reinforce safe work practices in real time
• Support Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and risk assessments for new processes, equipment, and changes
• Lead or support incident investigations, including near-misses and recordables
• Conduct root cause analysis and partner with operations to implement corrective and preventive actions
• Track trends and provide actionable insights to reduce risk and recurrence
• Deliver and coordinate safety training (new hire orientation, ongoing training, toolbox talks)
• Support development of a behavior-based safety culture, emphasizing employee accountability and decision-making
• Partner with leadership to improve employee engagement in safety programs
• Serve as a visible safety advocate across the facility
• Facilitate or support Safety Committee activities and initiatives
• Reinforce safety as a core operational priority—not just compliance
• PPE & Program Administration: Assess PPE needs and ensure proper usage and availability; support tracking and administration of safety programs, metrics, and reporting; assist with contractor safety compliance where applicable

Qualifications

• 3+ years of safety experience in manufacturing, food processing, or similar environment
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems
• Experience conducting investigations and safety audits
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in plant environments
• First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Values-driven organization guided by TRUST: Transparency, Revolutionary thinking, Uncompromising standards, Service, and Teamwork
• Exceptional benefits designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term success
• Direct impact of your work in a real, hands-on manufacturing environment