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Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist)

Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist)

GRIT STAFFING • NJ, USA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Role Overview: The Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist) is responsible for leading and managing company-wide Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs within a manufacturing and production environment. This role ensures the organization maintains a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace by implementing proactive safety strategies and maintaining full compliance with OSHA, DOT, and applicable regulatory standards. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, and Human Resources, the Safety Specialist plays a critical plant-facing role, supporting daily manufacturing operations while driving long-term safety improvements, risk reduction initiatives, and a strong safety-first culture across the organization. This position has the potential to become a manager role. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree required; focus in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field preferred. 3–5 years of experience as an EHS Specialist in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment. Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace safety compliance, and DOT standards. Experience developing and implementing EHS programs within manufacturing or plant environments. Experience delivering or coordinating safety training programs, including forklift operation, crane safety, and first aid/CPR. Proven experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations. Familiarity with workers' compensation programs, injury prevention, and corrective action processes. Ability to travel occasionally to company locations as needed. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management software systems. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence safety culture across operations teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop Safety Programs: Create, implement, and manage comprehensive safety policies and procedures covering employee, equipment, and material safety. Ensure OSHA Compliance: Serve as the company's internal expert on OSHA regulations, DOT standards, and industry safety compliance, ensuring policies and procedures meet regulatory requirements. Drive Safety Culture: Partner with Operations and leadership to promote a proactive safety culture across all production and warehouse operations. Deliver Safety Training: Develop and conduct employee safety training programs, including equipment safety, hazard awareness, and emergency response. Conduct Plant Inspections: Perform routine safety inspections and compliance audits across manufacturing, production, and warehouse environments. Lead Incident Investigations: Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. Support Workers' Compensation: Monitor and support workers' compensation cases, implementing prevention strategies to reduce workplace injuries. Manage Fleet Safety: Evaluate company fleet safety performance and ensure compliance with transportation safety requirements. Report Safety Performance: Prepare and present safety metrics, compliance reports, and risk assessments to leadership. Maintain Safety Documentation: Manage SDS files, safety logs, training records, and compliance documentation to ensure audit readiness. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at eoc@gritstaffinghr.com so we can assist you.
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