Occupational Health & Safety Specialist
Company Summary
Compliance Management International (CMI) is a premier global provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) services, serving clients of all sizes for over 30 years. We collaborate closely with organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and governments, to enhance performance by offering integrated support that prioritizes productivity and growth while minimizing risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Company Offerings
At CMI, we believe in building more than just careers—we cultivate a workplace where people thrive. Whether you're looking for full-time stability, part-time flexibility, contract work, or a direct placement opportunity, we offer a variety of career paths to fit your life and goals.
Full-time team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and employer-paid life insurance. We also provide short-term and long-term disability coverage, voluntary life insurance for employees and their families, generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, and annual performance bonuses.
But the benefits don’t stop there. We invest in your future with paid training, educational opportunities, and a strong focus on career development. Our inclusive culture, commitment to safety, and appreciation for hard work create an environment where everyone can succeed.
No matter your employment type, at CMI, you're part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and growth. Join us and discover what it means to work for a company that truly values its people.
Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Specialist | Night Shift | De Soto, KS
Overnight shift | Thursday, Friday, Saturday, every other Wednesday | 6:30pm-6:30am
Job Summary
The Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Specialist supports the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of workplace safety programs during commissioning and production operations. This role partners with employees, leaders, contractors, and vendors to identify and control hazards, ensure regulatory compliance, investigate incidents, support training and emergency preparedness, and promote a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain OHS programs, policies, procedures, records, permits, and compliance documentation.
- Maintain an active field presence to identify hazards, engage employees, monitor safe work practices, and support incident response.
- Conduct and support inspections, audits, risk assessments, Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
- Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses; develop, track, and verify corrective and preventive actions.
- Evaluate workplace conditions, equipment, and processes and recommend appropriate hazard controls.
- Support employee and contractor safety training, onboarding, coaching, and safety engagement.
- Participate in emergency preparedness, drills, and response activities.
- Support contractor safety, exposure monitoring, regulatory inspections, and compliance activities.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to reduce risk and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for education.
- 2+ years of OHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, construction, commissioning, or a similarly regulated environment.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable NFPA, ANSI, NEC, ACGIH, and NIOSH standards/guidance.
- Experience with workplace inspections, audits, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
- Experience developing or delivering safety training and supporting contractor or field safety programs.
- Experience performing or supporting exposure monitoring for chemical and physical hazards.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to support emergency response activities outside normal business hours, as needed.
- Working-level English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
- Alignment with Panasonic’s seven core principles: contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, and gratitude.
Preferred Qualifications
- ASP, CSP, or progress toward professional safety certification.
- OSHA 30-Hour certification.
- HAZWOPER certification.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
- ISO 45001 training or auditing experience.
- Lockout/Tagout or Electrical Safety training.
- Respiratory Protection or Fit Testing certification.
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to regularly walk, stand, bend, climb stairs, and work in manufacturing and industrial environments.
- Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection, when applicable.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
PPE Requirements
Required PPE may include safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face protection, bump cap, Tyvek/protective clothing, and respiratory or full hazmat protection based on work activities and hazards.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. It reflects the general nature and level of work performed in this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Compliance Management International (CMI) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Position Disclaimer
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the organization. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary.
AI Statement
Compliance Management International (CMI) may use technology, including artificial intelligence, to support portions of our recruiting process, such as candidate sourcing and administrative recruiting activities. Employment decisions involve human review and consideration of job-related qualifications. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and interview process.
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- Which city do you currently live in (your permanent residence)?
- Which State do you currently live in (your permanent residence)?
- Which Postal Code do you currently live in (your permanent residence)?
- How many total years of professional EHS experience do you have within a manufacturing environment?
- What is the maximum one-way commute time you are willing to travel to work each day?
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- Please read carefully: This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship?
- Have you ever worked for Compliance Management International (CMI)?
- Preferred Employment Type
- IF you do not reside local to De Soto, KS; would you consider relocation?
- Which of the following have you personally performed? Safety inspections/audits | Hazard/risk assessments | Incident investigations/root cause analysis | OSHA recordkeeping | Safety training | Contractor safety | Industrial hygiene/exposure monitoring | PHA/MOC
- Which certifications and credentials do you currently hold?
- Are you able and willing to work the required night-shift schedule and provide on-site safety support throughout the shift, including responding to incidents and emergencies as needed?
- If you are not selected for the position you applied for, would you be open to our Talent Acquisition team contacting you about other opportunities that may be a good fit?
- Professional References: I authorize Compliance Management International and its representatives to contact my past and present employers, supervisors, and professional references to obtain information related to my qualifications, work performance, and conduct.This authorization includes contacting my current employer. I release Compliance Management International and all contacted parties from liability for good-faith disclosures. This authorization is valid for 90 days from the date signed.
- This role involves actively overseeing safety on large-scale commercial projects in various environments. Responsibilities include standing, walking, climbing ladders, stooping, entering confined spaces, working on roofs, lifting up to 30 lbs, and navigating rough or uneven terrain throughout your shift, excluding reasonable and allowable break times. Work conditions may include extreme heat, cold, high winds, heavy rain, or snow. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
- As part of Compliance Management Internationals requirements candidates must pass a criminal background check, drug screen and an employment reference check should an offer be made. Please acknowledge that you understand CMIs hiring requirements listed above.
- Compliance Management International (CMI), is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Job descriptions are subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. By clicking yes below, I certify all information contained within this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that providing false information is grounds for refusing to hire me, or for termination should I be hired.
- Compliance Management International (CMI) may use artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies to support recruiting activities, including preparing job postings, sourcing candidates, and transcribing or summarizing interview notes. These tools assist our recruiting team and do not replace human involvement in employment decisions. Additional notices will be provided where required by applicable law. Applicants may contact Human Resources 800-701-9369 with questions or requests for reasonable accommodation. I acknowledge I have read and received this notice.
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