Safety Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related industry, preferred or 8 years of commensurate experience in lieu of the degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a health, safety, and environmental role in manufacturing or a similar industrial setting.
• Experience with risk assessments, incident investigations, and emergency response planning.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and industrial environment safety risks.
• Understanding of HSE laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to solve problems proactively and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish proficiency a plus.
• Proactive, hands on approach

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with people management skills preferred.
• Certifications such as OSHA, or ISO14001 & 45001, 9001 are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implementation of HSE policies, procedures, and programs specific to hydraulic manufacturing operations.
• Conduct regular reviews of policies to ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations.
• Identify potential hazards associated with hydraulic manufacturing processes (e.g., high-pressure systems, hydraulic fluids, heavy machinery).
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate controls to mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular HSE audits and inspections of machinery, processes, and workplace conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of HSE incidents, training, audits, and inspections.
• Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.
• Provide HSE training to employees, including safe handling of hydraulic equipment, chemical safety, and emergency response.
• Promote a culture of safety through regular communication and awareness campaigns.
• Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for scenarios such as chemical spills, fires, and machinery malfunctions.
• Conduct regular drills to ensure readiness.
• Coordinate with waste management contractor.
• Monitor and handle waste disposal, emissions, and spill prevention in line with environmental regulations.
• Promote sustainable practices in the facility.
• Ensure that all hydraulic equipment and machinery are maintained and operated safely.
• Oversee the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce its proper use.
• Identify opportunities to improve HSE performance.
• Implement initiatives to enhance workplace safety and environmental stewardship.

Benefits

• Salary range is between $100,000-$120,000
• Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/Veterans