Safety Specialist
Summary
On-site safety specialist providing first aid, managing PPE, and ensuring workplace safety compliance in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
First Aid & Injury Care
- Serve as the primary on-site responder for workplace injuries, illnesses, and medical emergencies.
- Administer basic first aid, triage injuries, and determine if off-site medical evaluation is needed.
- Maintain complete and confidential records of all first aid visits and treatment logs in accordance with company policy and OSHA standards.
- Provide empathetic, clear care instructions to employees.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Management
- Oversee the distribution, fitting, and inventory management of all required plant PPE (e.g., safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, cut-resistant gloves, respirators).
- Track PPE stock levels and request reorders to ensure supplies are always available.
- Inspect gear and educate workers on proper PPE fit, care, and replacement schedules.
Plant Safety & Administration
- Conduct daily walkthroughs of the production floor to check first aid stations, eyewash stations, and safety equipment.
- Translate safety reminders, injury reporting steps, and safety training materials into Spanish as needed.
- Assist the Safety Manager with incident investigations and documentation.
Qualifications & Skills
- Language Skills: Native or fluent oral and written proficiency in Spanish and English required.
- Certifications: Active First Aid/CPR/AED certification required. (EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant, or OSHA 10/30 certification is a strong plus).
- Experience: first responder, occupational health, or safety role—preferably in manufacturing, construction, or industrial settings.
- Interpersonal Skills: Calm under pressure, approachable, and able to build trust across a diverse workforce.
- Physical Requirements: Able to walk the plant floor for extended periods, bend, stand, and lift up to 30 lbs.