Senior Safety Specialist

Cambria•Le Sueur, MN

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

While the initial focus will be mastering the day-to-day safety operations, this role is a deliberate launchpad for a seasoned safety professional ready to transition from managing compliance to leading strategy. Work closely with the Safety Manager to own high-stakes initiatives, mentor junior team members, and drive the strategic vision of a safe, healthful working environment. In this role, you won't just execute policies; you will build the systems that protect our people. Your evolution will include: Strategic Influence: Move beyond auditing to analyzing complex safety metrics that guide resource allocation and site strategy. Organizational Leadership: Facilitate and elevate the Plant Safety Committee and spearheading engagement across all shifts to build a culture of shared responsibility and proactive hazard identification. Mentorship: Directly supporting positive employee relations and providing guidance to junior safety staff as a precursor to formal people management. Program Ownership: Refine and scale critical safety programs, including the Emergency Response Team (ERT), Chemical Response, and Industrial Hygiene programs into best-in-class models.

Requirements

Deep, comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations for General Industry, with specific expertise in Lock-out-tag-out, respirators, and confined spaces.
Proficient with data tools (Google Suite, pivot tables) and can translate charts into compelling safety narratives.
Advanced critical thinking, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills backed by strong data evaluation capabilities.
Exceptional direct communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Strong sense of urgency in mitigating risks and completing safety initiatives.
High attention to detail and rigorous execution standards.
Highly self-motivated and capable of working both independently as a strategist and collaboratively as a team leader.
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental, Ergonomics or a related field highly preferred.
Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, ASP, or CIH) are highly desirable.
5+ years of progressive responsibility in safety, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally / sparingly (office supplies, packages, samples).
May need to bend, reach, walk, or stoop occasionally.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by Cambria.
May be required to travel between local Cambria locations.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish to lead a diverse workforce.
You thrive in fast-paced environments and can adapt your leadership style as strategy and circumstances shift.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical resource for frontline operations and maintain a mastery of local and regional regulations.
Advise, inform, and deliver strategic reports to operations leadership regarding high-impact safety initiatives and long-term risk mitigation.
Ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of safety projects to the Operations team.
Educate and inspire line supervision and production personnel in specialized safety topics and safe work procedures.
Maintain a high-visibility presence on the manufacturing floor to seek input from employees and plant leaders on program improvements.
Oversee occupational medical exams, including respiratory fit testing and hearing conservation audiograms.