EHS Safety Specialist

Manufacturing Safety Specialist Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Salary: $70,000/year; higher salary may be available depending on experience Position Summary We are hiring a Manufacturing Safety Specialist to help maintain a safe working environment in a manufacturing and fabrication facility. This role focuses on identifying workplace hazards, conducting safety inspections, supporting employee training, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The ideal candidate is hands-on, communicates well with employees and supervisors, and enjoys being actively involved in daily shop floor operations. Key Responsibilities Workplace Safety & Compliance Regularly walk through manufacturing and fabrication areas to monitor workplace conditions and safe work practices. Recognize potential hazards and work with employees and supervisors to address concerns. Reinforce safety procedures and encourage employee participation in maintaining a safe work environment. Help ensure daily operations follow established safety policies and applicable requirements. Safety Inspections & Corrective Actions Perform routine workplace inspections and safety observations. Record identified hazards, inspection results, and recommended improvements. Monitor corrective actions and follow up to confirm issues have been addressed. Identify recurring safety concerns and recommend ways to prevent them. Employee Training & Support Assist with new-hire safety orientations and onboarding. Help organize and conduct toolbox talks, safety meetings, and employee training. Provide hands-on safety guidance and coaching to production employees and supervisors. Communicate safety procedures, expectations, and updates throughout the facility. Incident Reporting & Investigation Help document workplace injuries, incidents, and near misses. Participate in investigations to identify contributing factors and root causes. Assist in developing corrective and preventive measures. Track follow-up actions to help prevent similar incidents from occurring. Safety Documentation & Program Support Maintain accurate safety records, training logs, inspection reports, and related documentation. Assist with internal reviews and regulatory compliance records. Support updates to safety procedures and ongoing improvement of workplace safety programs Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered. 2+ years of experience in safety, EHS, risk management, manufacturing, or an industrial setting preferred. Understanding of workplace safety practices, hazard identification, and incident investigation. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively with employees and supervisors at all levels. ASP, CSP, or other relevant safety certifications are preferred. Benefits Competitive salary with opportunities for growth. Full-time, direct-hire employment. Comprehensive benefits package. Professional development and certification support. Collaborative work environment focused on employee safety.