Bilingual Safety Specialist

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Vice President of Operations, the Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and supporting safety programs, policies, and procedures across all four manufacturing locations in Southern California, Northern California, Denver, CO, and Fort Worth, TX. This position ensures compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety regulations by conducting inspections, analyzing workplace risks, and promoting a safety-first culture. The Safety Specialist supports hazard prevention, risk mitigation, and employee training while contributing to the continuous improvement of workplace health and safety. Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred to support communication across diverse teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Safety Specialist is expected to rely on their extensive experience and expertise to fulfill the functions of the role with minimal supervision. This position requires the customary and regular exercise of discretion and independent judgment in the performance of the following essential duties:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred. Requires 2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing safety role or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILLS

Language: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret safety regulations, technical documents, and business communications. Ability to write reports and policies. Strong presentation and communication skills with all levels of the organization. Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred to support effective training and communication across sites.

Computer: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Reasoning:Ability to apply concepts such as statistical analysis, rates, ratios, and percentages to interpret safety trends and data. Ability to solve complex problems and manage multiple priorities across locations. Able to interpret regulatory requirements and adapt them to operational realities.

Other: Attention to detail and organizational skills are necessary. Ability to conduct instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

OSHA 30-Hour Certification required; CSP or ASP preferred. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between locations (approximately 25-30% travel required).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work on a computer and other office equipment. While visiting the plants the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and sharp, heavy objects. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be loud when visiting manufacturing plants, otherwise an office environment and noise is expected.