Health & Safety Specialist (EHSC)

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Overview

The Safety Specialist is responsible for preventing workplace accidents and promoting health and safety awareness across the organization. This role ensures compliance with OSHA and other federal, state, local, and industry-specific safety regulations while supporting continuous improvement in safety performance within a manufacturing environment.

The Safety Specialist partners with management and employees to implement safety programs, conduct audits, deliver training, and drive proactive accident prevention initiatives. This individual plays a key role in identifying hazards, reducing risk, and fostering a culture of safety.

Responsibilities

Safety Compliance & Programs

Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulatory requirements

Conduct periodic safety audits to evaluate compliance and program effectiveness

Update, maintain, and improve safety programs, procedures, and practices

Support ISO 45001 implementation and ongoing system maintenance

Identify hazards and implement controls to minimize or eliminate employee exposure

Accident Prevention & Risk Management

Lead or support incident investigations utilizing root cause analysis

Recommend corrective actions and assist with implementation upon approval

Identify workplace hazards and improve unsafe conditions proactively

Act quickly and safely in response to incidents or emergency situations

Promote a proactive safety culture focused on risk reduction

Safety Initiatives & Key Focus Areas

Support New Hire injury prevention programs , including observations and engagement

Drive Hand & Finger injury prevention efforts

Coordinate and support Safety Board activities

Participate actively in Safety Committee meetings , providing guidance and resources

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in safety performance

Training & Development

Conduct safety training programs across various shifts, including:

New Hire Safety Training (backup to Training Coordinator)

Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO)

Confined Space Entry

Material Handling

Machine Guarding

Train and mentor new Safety Technicians

Promote employee awareness through ongoing safety education

Communication & Collaboration

Communicate safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to supervisors and employees

Partner with front-line management to reinforce safety expectations

Provide guidance and support to employees regarding safe work practices

Collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team on initiatives and reporting

Operational & Administrative Support

Maintain safety records, audit documentation, and training logs

Support EHS team with technical and administrative tasks as needed

Ensure adherence to hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards

Perform additional duties as assigned by Management

*These tasks are considered essential elements of the job.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management or a related field or equivalent demonstrated safety experience in a manufacturing environment

Minimum of 3-5 years of safety experience in a manufacturing setting

Professional certification preferred but not required

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety regulations

Experience with safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations

Familiarity with ISO 45001 standards preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis

Effective communication and training skills

Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels of the organization

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Additional Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Must be willing to work flexible hours and support multiple shifts

Ability to work mandatory overtime as needed

Regular attendance is required

Work Environment

Exposure to manufacturing conditions including noise, equipment, and industrial processes

Frequent interaction with employees and supervisors on the plant floor

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

Competitive compensation

Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

401K savings plan

Annual bonus

9 paid holidays and 10 paid vacation days

Employee assistance programs

Fitness Discounts

Promotional opportunities

Safety Glasses, Safety Shoes, and Uniform provided or reimbursed by the company.

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This position was posted by East Penn Manufacturing (Lyon Station, PA). Apply through the official website using the link on this page.