Safety and Training Specialist

Position Summary
The Safety and Training Specialist assists in managing safety compliance activities and initiatives.  Interacts with and prepares written responses to regulatory authorities to resolve safety compliance concerns/issues.  Ensures timely submission of requested reports for applicable agencies.  Develops and implements safety training programs and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and handles associated training and recordkeeping.  Leads employee incident investigations to identify root causes and drive corrective action plans.  Supports OSHA Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) certification through effective leadership of teams and collaboration with VPP Coordinator to ensure site compliance.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Promote a proactive safety culture to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
• Collaborate with employees and management to support the organization’s safety objectives and advance progress toward Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) recognition.
• Design, revise, and facilitate comprehensive training programs, including hands-on instruction, classroom sessions, and e-learning platforms.
• Collect, analyze, and report monthly safety performance data. Identify trends and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Support the Safety and Training Manager in identifying and assessing hazardous conditions and unsafe practices; conduct safety audits and inspections and ensure accountability across departments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety training records and ensure proper upkeep of safety communication boards.
• Assist in the investigations and documentation of Notice of Event (NOE) reports and workplace incident claims.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and professional integrity in handling employee records, safety incidents, investigations and company-sensitive information.
• Perform additional duties and projects, as assigned.
   

Technical Skills Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Bilingual English and Spanish required.
• Knowledge of health and safety laws and guidelines.
• Ability to identify potential safety hazards.
• Ability to provide detailed reports and develop safety procedures.
• Good organizational, leadership, training, and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and a proactive approach to work.

Experience Required

• Associate’s degree and/or 1 to 2 years of relevant health and safety experience.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (Personal Care, Food, Health, or Pharmaceutical).
• OSHA Certified or the ability to become certified.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit, balance, climb, stand, bend, squat, squeeze, kneel, turn, crouch, stoop repeatedly.
• Physically able to lift 30 pounds.
• Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, heavy machinery, fumes, or airborne particles.
• Frequent use of computer screen.