Safety Specialist

OnTrac • Commerce, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

OnTrac is hiring a Safety Specialist! Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter! Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S. The Safety Specialist implements and monitors workplace safety programs across distribution centers and delivery operations. This role ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and DOT requirements, as well as company safety standards. The Safety Specialist helps reduce workplace injuries, promotes a strong safety culture, and partners with operational teams to maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, workplace safety regulations, and broader safety compliance requirements
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• It is the responsibility of every position to understand and adhere to the security guidelines outlined in OnTrac’s Acceptable Use policy and to conduct their activities accordingly.

Nice To Haves

• You communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• You collaborate effectively in a team environment to support safe and compliant operations.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks effectively while maintaining accuracy.
• You exercise sound judgment within established procedures to determine appropriate actions.
• You apply learned techniques and actively contribute to safety analysis and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs and procedures aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and DOT standards.
• Conduct regular safety audits, facility and delivery-operation inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and compliance gaps.
• Investigate workplace incidents and accidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions that reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
• Deliver safety training to employees and contractors, including new-hire orientation and ongoing compliance training, while maintaining accurate records of training, inspections, and other safety activities.
• Monitor safety metrics, trends, and incident reports to identify improvement opportunities, and collaborate with Operations leadership to integrate safety practices into daily workflows.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous-material handling, ergonomics, and equipment safety standards while supporting emergency preparedness planning and response activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flex vacation in states other than CA, CO, IL, MA, MT, and NE, with accruals up to 96 hours for first year of employment with tenure-based increases up to 160 hours
• Two (2) floating holidays per year
• Paid sick leave
• Six (6) paid company holidays
• Two (2) weeks paid pregnancy disability leave, four (4) weeks paid parental bonding leave
• Additional wellness and employee assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level