Safety Specialist Position

1st 2nd 3rd - Full Time

Mount Pleasant, WI

$60-70k/yr with Degree -  $28.85 - $33.65/hr
$25/hr with relevant experience

The Company is seeking a Safety Specialist to support workplace safety programs and help ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations. Once a part of the team, you will be responsible for promoting a safe work environment, conducting safety inspections, supporting employee training, investigating incidents, and driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout our manufacturing facility. 
 
Responsibilities

• Support implementation and enforcement of workplace safety policies, procedures, and programs

• Conduct routine safety inspections and identify opportunities to reduce workplace hazards

• Perform incident, injury, and near-miss investigations and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Assist with OSHA compliance and maintain required safety documentation

• Coordinate and deliver new hire safety orientation and ongoing employee safety training

• Monitor employee compliance with PPE requirements and safe work practices

• Conduct ergonomic evaluations and recommend improvements to reduce injury risks

• Assist supervisors with hazard identification and implementation of corrective actions

• Maintain safety records, inspections, corrective action logs, and training documentation

• Support emergency response planning, evacuation drills, and safety committee activities

• Track safety metrics including incidents, near misses, and corrective actions

• Partner with Production, Engineering, Facilities, Human Resources, and Maintenance to promote a proactive safety culture

• Assist with workers' compensation investigations and return-to-work coordination as needed

• Stay current on OSHA regulations and industry best practices

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Human Resources, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred

• 2+ years of workplace safety experience in manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, logistics, or industrial operations preferred

• Working knowledge of OSHA General Industry (29 CFR 1910) regulations

• Experience conducting safety inspections and incident investigations

• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• OSHA 30 certification preferred (or ability to obtain after hire)

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

• Ability to walk the production floor for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds

 
Reasons you should work for us:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.

• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.

• 401K with employer contribution.

• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.

• Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.

• Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.

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