Safety Specialist jobs in Iowa

Job Title: Safety Specialist

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $70-85K

Job Summary of the Safety Specialist: The Safety Specialist will be responsible for monitoring and coordinating environmental health and safety programs, including safety inspections, accident investigations, and safety training.

Job Responsibilities of the Safety Specialist:  

·         Conduct worksite audits to identify potential risks and ensure regulatory compliance.

·         Develop and implement strategies to reduce or eliminate risk.

·         Participates in the development and implementation and training of safety programs such as lockout/tagout, confined space entry, fire protection, and other OSHA safety compliance programs.

·         Develop and implement safety training and informational materials and accurate record keeping.

·         Stay up to date with regulatory changes and update SOPs as needed.

·         Investigate workplace accidents and complaints.

·         Ensure that routine safety activities are on schedule and are being completed on time.

·         Own and lead safety actions.

·         Respond to employee suggestions and concerns and assist with resolution.

·         Own injury reporting and assist in the Worker’s Compensation process.

·         Lead Safety Committee meetings

Education & Experience of the Safety Specialist:

·         Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or a related field or equivalent experience.

·         Compliance experience in the industry.

·         Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations.

·         BCSP certification preferred.

·         Bilingual communication skills a plus (English/Spanish).

·         CPR/First Aid certification a plus.

·         Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

·         Detail orientated with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

·         Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within a set of guidelines

·         Work with others as part of a high-performance team