Safety Specialist

Position Overview

Mainstream Engineering Corporation is seeking a qualified Safety Specialist to support and maintain a safe, compliant, and productive working environment across our research and development, engineering, laboratory, and manufacturing operations.

The Safety Specialist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining workplace safety programs, conducting facility inspections, identifying potential hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations. This individual will work closely with management, engineering, and manufacturing personnel to promote a proactive safety culture and minimize workplace risks.

The ideal candidate has practical experience in occupational safety, hazard identification, regulatory compliance, and employee safety training, preferably within a manufacturing, industrial, laboratory, or technical environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide environmental health and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, EPA requirements, and other federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, safety audits, and workplace hazard assessments across manufacturing, laboratory, office, and R&D environments.
• Identify unsafe conditions and work practices, recommend corrective actions, and follow up to ensure timely resolution.
• Develop and conduct employee safety training, including new-hire safety orientation and periodic refresher training.
• Maintain safety documentation, inspection records, training records, incident reports, and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, near misses, and safety concerns to identify root causes and recommend preventative measures.
• Maintain and oversee company safety programs, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Hazard Communication (HAZCOM), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and emergency response procedures.
• Support chemical safety programs, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management, chemical labeling, storage, and handling procedures.
• Coordinate and support emergency preparedness activities, including fire safety, evacuation procedures, and emergency response planning.
• Assist with environmental compliance activities, including hazardous waste management, waste disposal, and applicable reporting requirements.
• Evaluate new equipment, processes, and facility modifications for potential safety hazards and regulatory considerations.
• Collaborate with department managers and employees to promote safety awareness and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with external safety consultants, regulatory agencies, and other applicable organizations as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in occupational safety, environmental health and safety, or a related industrial safety role.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Experience conducting safety inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and employee safety training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and maintaining organized safety documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees and management across multiple departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) certification.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, research and development, laboratory, or industrial environments.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience with chemical handling, hazardous materials, hazardous waste management, and emergency response procedures.
• Familiarity with machine guarding, electrical safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and industrial equipment safety.
• Experience developing and implementing company-wide safety programs and procedures.

Work Environment

This position operates in a diverse working environment that includes office spaces, engineering laboratories, research and development areas, and manufacturing facilities. The individual must be comfortable routinely working throughout the facility and interacting with employees across all departments.