Safety Specialist
Ensures workplace safety and compliance in a manufacturing/aerospace environment by conducting audits, managing safety programs, and leading incident investigations—focusing on industrial hygiene, explosives safety, and OSHA regulations.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Luling, TX, US
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Occupational safety
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Safety Management, or a related field. A Master's degree in Occupational Health or Industrial Hygiene is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Expertise in industrial hygiene practices, including air monitoring, noise assessments, and hazardous chemical risk evaluations.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing safety policies and procedures.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence others.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.
Full description
Job Title: Safety Specialist Location: Luling, TX (Onsite – Candidates must reside within 100 miles of Luling)
Job Summary: The Safety Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and compliance of our operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in safety management within manufacturing or aerospace environments, with expertise in industrial hygiene, process safety management, and regulatory compliance. This role involves hands-on leadership, internal audits, safety training oversight, and active involvement in risk management and incident investigations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Internal Audits: Plan, conduct, and document internal safety audits to ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and other relevant standards.
- Safety Program Management: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs, including industrial hygiene, hazard communication, respiratory protection, and ergonomics.
- Process Safety Management (PSM): Oversee PSM activities, including change control processes, hot work permits, and contractor safety oversight.
- Training Oversight: Design and deliver safety training programs, including topics such as confined space entry, lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE use, and fire safety. Ensure all personnel complete required training on time and maintain accurate training records.
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA): Conduct thorough job hazard analyses to identify potential risks and implement effective control measures.
- Incident Investigation: Lead root cause analyses for workplace injuries and illnesses using methodologies such as the "5 Whys." Ensure corrective actions are implemented and documented appropriately.
- Industrial Hygiene: Perform air monitoring, noise surveys, and other assessments to evaluate exposure risks. Recommend and implement engineering or administrative controls as needed.
- OSHA Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain up-to-date OSHA records, including OSHA 300 logs, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and reporting requirements.
- Leadership & Advocacy: Act as a safety advocate, fostering a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement across the organization.
- Collaboration: Interface with management, engineering, and operations teams to address safety concerns and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Audit Support: Assist with external audits and inspections, including those related to workers' compensation, general liability, and financial audits.
Qualifications:Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Safety Management, or a related field. A Master's degree in Occupational Health or Industrial Hygiene is preferred.