Senior Safety Specialist

Aston Carter • Los Angeles, CA

7d • $70,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist supports a robust safety culture by providing administrative and technical guidance to leadership and employees in a manufacturing environment. The role ensures compliance with applicable regulations, leads safety training and initiatives, and serves as a resource for incident response and continuous improvement in workplace safety and wellness.

This position is fully onsite in Los Angeles, California, in a manufacturing and office environment. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed. The role includes regular presence on the production floor, where typical manufacturing conditions may include machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Appropriate workplace attire and personal protective equipment are required in production areas.

The position is permanent. The listed pay range is $70,000–$100,000 per year; individual compensation depends on factors including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, and internal equity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management or Occupational Safety & Health, or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
• At least 2 years of job-related safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and local safety and health laws, including OSHA, NFPA, and Workers Compensation regulations.
• Experience with safety and health regulations, regulatory agency interaction processes, and incident response.
• Current OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, including speaking, reading, and writing Spanish fluently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and facilitate training for audiences at all organizational levels.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and influence without formal authority.
• Strong decision-making skills and sound judgment in routine and high-pressure situations.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and ability to conduct thorough investigations.
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on proactive, practical solutions.
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Customer service-focused mindset and ability to tailor safety approaches to business needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Availability and flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing industry experience, particularly in food and beverage production.
• Prior experience delivering safety training and managing incident management processes.
• Experience participating in or leading Department Safety Committees.
• Ability to design and manage safety incentive and recognition programs.
• Comfort working in a bilingual environment and supporting a diverse workforce.
• Interest in progressing into a safety leadership or management role.
• Familiarity with job hazard analysis tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical safety advice to management and employees.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local safety and health laws and regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, and Workers Compensation requirements.
• Review, update, and communicate safety procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Coordinate, develop, and facilitate safety training for varied audiences.
• Execute the tactical strategy of the company’s Safety Program and align daily activities with broader safety objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret job hazard analysis data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, document findings, and report safety trends to management.
• Participate in Department Safety Committees and provide insight and recommendations.
• Manage safety incentive programs that reinforce safe behaviors and recognize positive performance.
• Serve as Safety Officer during emergencies and lead coordinated responses.
• Recommend disciplinary actions to management for safety violations.
• Promote wellness and positive behaviors through employee recognition programs.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gain support for safety programs and initiatives.
• Maintain organized documentation, manage multiple projects, and prioritize work to meet deadlines and safety program milestones.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on the company’s product line, available for pickup at headquarters only.
• Corporate discounts through LifeMart, including concert and sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, and childcare.

What This Job Offers

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