Safety Specialist opportunity in Aurora, CO.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify compliance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities through daily, weekly, and monthly audits.
• Facilitate investigations and maintain all required compliance documentation.
• Enter information into internal safety databases in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform observations, audits, and incident reviews.
• Train and assist Area Managers and team members in safety responsibilities, rules, and audit processes.
• Deliver safety-specific training as directed by management.
• Support fire prevention, hazardous waste management, and other related safety initiatives.
• Participate in process improvement activities and manage corrective actions to completion.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) or a related field, OR a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in sensitive workplace situations.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Experience leading safety initiatives or managing a safety team.
• Familiarity with accident investigation, hazard analysis, and job safety assessments.
• Previous experience in healthcare, industrial, or manufacturing safety environments.
• Demonstrated passion for workplace safety and employee well-being.

Additional Information

• Location: Aurora, CO 80019
• Shift Schedules: 40 hours/week - Swing shift 12pm-10:30pm Sun-Wed and Wed- Sat.
• Contract Length: 6 Months
• Pay Rate: $35 - $44/hour
• Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.