Environmental & Employee Safety Specialist

Central Power Systems & Services • Tracy, MO

12d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental & Employee Safety Specialist supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs at Central Power Systems & Services’ Platte City operations, including the Generator Manufacturing Division. The specialist works with employees, supervisors, Human Resources, and leadership to identify hazards, reduce risk, investigate incidents, and support compliance with applicable environmental and workplace safety requirements. The role maintains a visible presence throughout the facility, delivers practical training, and follows corrective actions through completion. Success requires sound judgment, strong follow-through, relationship-building skills, and the confidence to address unsafe conditions consistently.

The position combines office work with time in active manufacturing environments. It involves regular movement through the facility and possible exposure to industrial processes, materials, equipment, and outdoor weather. Required personal protective equipment and established safety procedures must be followed. Essential job functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening, including THC, consistent with applicable law. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and employment eligibility will be verified at hire. The workplace is smoke-free and drug-free.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Two to five years of experience in workplace safety, environmental compliance, or risk management.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and applicable environmental requirements.
• Experience conducting inspections, investigating incidents, documenting findings, and tracking corrective actions.
• Strong communication and training skills, including the ability to explain requirements clearly to employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and follow through independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management or reporting systems.
• A safety-first mindset and confidence addressing concerns professionally and consistently.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screening, including THC, consistent with applicable law.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30-hour training.
• Safety experience in manufacturing, fabrication, welding, assembly, or a related industrial environment.
• Experience with workers’ compensation reporting and Paycom.
• Experience supporting environmental programs, chemical management, and waste handling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programs in coordination with the Corporate Audit & Safety Manager.
• Conduct facility inspections, safety audits, job hazard analyses, and risk assessments to identify unsafe conditions and work practices.
• Work with supervisors to establish corrective actions, assign accountability, and verify timely completion.
• Support compliance with applicable OSHA requirements and company safety standards, including programs addressing hazard communication, personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, electrical safety, welding and hot work, material handling, and powered industrial trucks, as applicable.
• Monitor relevant regulatory and industry practice changes and recommend program updates; provide practical guidance and escalate serious hazards or unresolved concerns.
• Support compliance with applicable EPA, state, and local environmental requirements, including chemical storage, labeling, waste handling, disposal, and spill prevention.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets and support employee access to chemical hazard information.
• Assist with environmental inspections, records, permits, and reporting requirements; coordinate with operations and approved service providers on environmental concerns and responsible material and waste management.
• Respond to workplace incidents and near misses, coordinate appropriate notifications, and support timely investigations.
• Identify incident root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Report workplace injuries to the insurance carrier and document incidents in Paycom according to company procedures.
• Partner with Human Resources and the insurance carrier on workers’ compensation documentation and follow-up.
• Maintain incident records and support required injury and illness recordkeeping and reporting.
• Track safety trends, recurring hazards, and corrective actions, and communicate findings and improvement opportunities to leadership.
• Handle employee and incident information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Coordinate and deliver new-hire safety orientation, refresher training, toolbox talks, and role-specific safety instruction.
• Maintain accurate training records, certifications, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Support emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, spill response readiness, and scheduled drills.
• Encourage hazard reporting, recognize safe practices, and reinforce individual accountability.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, Maintenance, and leadership to integrate safety into daily work and operational changes.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, insurance representatives, safety organizations, and external providers as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Competitive pay
• Collaborative workplace where the work directly supports employee safety and operational success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time