Safety Specialist, Compliance

Darling Ingredients•Cold Spring, KY

About The Position

The Safety Specialist, Compliance plays a pivotal role in driving organizational compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety protocols. This position is responsible for conducting in-depth safety audits across multiple site locations, identifying gaps in compliance, and collaborating with site leadership to develop and implement corrective action plans. The position involves analyzing safety performance metrics, identifying trends, and recommending strategic interventions to enhance compliance and reduce risk.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or 4+ years of related experience
2 to 4 years+ experience in safety training, auditing, or standards development in a corporate or multi-site environment
Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and other applicable safety regulations
Ability to travel to company locations as needed (up to 50%)
Must be able to conduct physical inspections in industrial environments

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHST, or equivalent preferred
Experience in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, or logistics
Experience conducting safety audits and developing corrective action plans

Responsibilities

Monitors the progress of the corrective action plans to ensure timely resolution and sustained improvement, providing regular updates to senior safety leadership.
Conducts regular audits of facilities, processes, and safety programs to assess compliance with OSHA and internal standards
Develops audit protocols and checklists tailored to specific operational environments
Document findings, recommend corrective actions, and track resolution progress
Monitors and interprets OSHA regulations and ensure company policies align with current standards
Serves as the subject matter expert on OSHA-related matters, providing guidance to site safety teams and leadership
Prepares and submits required OSHA documentation and reports
Assists in the delivery of OSHA-focused training programs for employees and management.
Promotes awareness of safety policies and procedures through ongoing education initiatives.
Supports investigations of workplace incidents to identify root causes and ensure proper documentation
Collaborates with site teams to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence
Analyzes safety data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement
Participates in cross-functional safety committees and initiatives
Serves as a key resource for site teams, offering expert guidance, training, and support to foster a proactive safety culture.
Recommends and implements best practices to enhance safety performance
Other duties as assigned