Safety Specialist, 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and administration of the company’s safety, health, and environmental programs. This position works with leadership, employees, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable requirements. The Safety Specialist will also foster a culture of safety through training, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Compliance & Program Management
• Develop, implement, and maintain company safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Maintain all required regulatory records and documentation.
• Safety Training & Communication
• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs (new hire orientation, refresher training, job-specific safety training).
• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety communication initiatives.
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and employees on safe work practices.
• Audits, Inspections & Reporting
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare monthly / quarterly reports for leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation & Prevention
• Lead or assist in investigating accidents, incidents, and near-misses.
• Identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
• Support Workers’ Compensation claims management and return-to-work programs.
• Emergency Preparedness
• Support emergency response planning, including fire, chemical, and medical emergency drills.
• Maintain emergency equipment, evacuation procedures, and first aid readiness.
• Serve as a resource during emergency events.
• Continuous Improvement
• Monitor trends in safety performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Recommend and implement initiatives that enhance the company’s safety culture.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive safety engagement and accountability.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education and Experience Requirements

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Performance Metrics

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

LANGUAGE SKILLS - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively after team members, peers, and management of the organization. Fluent in English : Japanese as a second language is helpful.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometric functions.

REASONING ABILITY - Ability to draw inferences, reach conclusions, arrive at solutions, and make decisions based on available evidence. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPANY VALUES - Indiana Automotive Fasteners is a team environment that promotes high ethical standards, integrity, and diversity. Indiana Automotive fasteners is concerned about our environment and the well-being of our employees and community.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Indiana Automotive Fasteners is a team environment. We operate with mission-driven integrity. Our mission of “Ensuring your family’s SAFETY through our team’s QUALITY” is at the heart of all our decisions and actions. We exemplify ethical practices, professionalism, and personal integrity, creating respectful and trusting collaborative work environments where sound advice is valued. We contribute to the IAF team by living the core values of T.E.A.M.W.O.R.K.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.