Specialist, Safety & Compliance

Airgas•San Diego, CA

2d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety & Compliance Specialist supports operational safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across assigned locations and business functions. This highly organized and detail-oriented role involves managing administrative duties, communicating proactively with stakeholders, and driving the execution of safety and compliance initiatives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with advanced organizational and administrative capabilities, as well as proficiency in Microsoft or Google platforms. They must demonstrate initiative and a solutions-oriented mindset while supporting compliance programs, audits, reporting, training coordination, and operational safety efforts.

Requirements

Leadership and influence across diverse operational teams
Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Proactive communication and follow-through
Creativity, initiative, and continuous improvement mindset
Strong executional skills with a “speed to execute” mentality
Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace platforms, including spreadsheet management, reporting, presentations, and collaboration tools

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
ASSP certification(s) or related safety credentials preferred
Business acumen with the ability to align safety and compliance objectives with operational performance

Responsibilities

Implement company safety and compliance programs, conduct site visits, inspections, and audits to identify risks, and support operational areas including vehicle and DOT compliance.
Track and manage corrective actions, compliance tasks, and training records. This also includes assisting with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and maintaining accurate regulatory documentation.
Proactively communicate safety expectations across the organization, coordinate training and engagement efforts, and prepare necessary reports, presentations, and data analysis.