Safety Specialist

Creative Modular Construction•Springfield, MO

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About The Position

CMC is seeking a hands-on, proactive Safety Specialist to strengthen its safety culture across manufacturing shops, field operations, and offices. The role focuses on safety inspections, training, incident investigations, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The Safety Specialist will work with employees and leaders at all levels and partner with Production, Field Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Leadership to improve safety performance.

Requirements

Experience with OSHA compliance in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of safety audits, inspections, and accident/incident investigation.
Safety-related certification or training, such as CSP, ASP, or OSHA Outreach Training.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.

Nice To Haves

CSP, ASP, CIH, or other advanced safety certification.
Experience managing respiratory protection and industrial hygiene programs.
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
Experience with safety management software and data analysis.
Experience in a large-scale manufacturing or construction environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and walkthroughs across manufacturing and field locations.
Identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and at-risk behaviors, and ensure corrective actions are documented and followed through.
Perform random field trailer inspections covering safety, housekeeping, storage, and compliance.
Assist with incident and accident investigations, including employee interviews, documentation, photographs, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Coordinate and track Toolbox Talks and safety training.
Support training programs related to OSHA compliance, industrial safety, respiratory protection, PPE, and other safety requirements.
Conduct safety check-ins with new employees to reinforce expectations and gather feedback.
Maintain first-aid supplies, AEDs, fire extinguishers, PPE, and other safety resources.
Maintain accurate safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and incident files.
Track safety metrics and assist with OSHA, insurance, and internal compliance requirements.
Support safety improvement projects, including shop-floor markings, hazard identification, seasonal safety campaigns, and process improvements.
Travel between CMC locations to provide safety support and maintain a visible presence where work is happening.
Partner with Production, Field Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Leadership to continuously improve safety performance.