Corporate Safety Specialist

At Bell Lumber & Pole, safety is more than compliance—it’s our company culture. As a Corporate Safety Specialist reporting to our Manager of Safety & Health, you’ll empower teams across the United States and Canada to work smarter and safer. You’ll shape programs, spot risks before they turn into problems, and help build a workplace where safety and teamwork go hand in hand. If you’re passionate about people and improving safety standards for a growing organization, this is your chance to make a lasting difference.

This role is hybrid and will be based out of our New Brighton, MN location.

Compensation: $67,000.00 - $78,000.00 / annually

As a Corporate Safety Specialist, you will:

- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs, policies, initiatives, and procedures to meet regulatory and company requirements.

- Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments of Bell Lumber & Pole facilities to identify hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.

- Develop training content and lead safety training sessions for employees, contractors, and visitors on topics such as personal protective equipment, emergency response, hazardous materials handling, and incident reporting.

- Review completed incident investigations to ensure applicable causal factors and mitigations have been identified.

- Work with Supervisors, Site Leaders, and Management in completing investigations for complex incidents.

- Track action items and follow up with action item owners to ensure completion in timely manner.

- Monitor changes in safety regulations and ensure that the company remains compliant with OSHA and Canadian provincial safety standards.

- Collaborate with management and operations teams to identify high-risk areas and recommend solutions for mitigating risks and preventing accidents.

- Participate in the development of safety plans for new equipment, processes, or facility modifications.

- Act as a point of contact for employee safety concerns and ensure prompt action is taken to address any issues.

- Promote a culture of safety awareness through regular communications, workshops, and safety campaigns.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

AND

Minimum

3 years of experience in a safety role within a manufacturing environment.

OR

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to travel 1-2x a month to Albert Lea, MN and other Bell Sites.

Other Skills & Requirements:

- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, and best practices.

- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), or other relevant certifications (preferred).

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical safety solutions.

- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.