Warehouse Safety Specialist

Main Focus

• Act as the subject-matter expert for safety and compliance within warehouse operations.
• Implement and manage safety programs and training across the region.
• Handle technical compliance related to OSHA, fire safety, ergonomics, and forklift safety.
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain warehouse safety policies and procedures aligned across the region.
• Conduct incident investigations and root-cause analysis, continue following incidents until fully resolved and preventive actions are implemented to avoid recurrence.
• Perform OSHA compliance audits and safety inspections.
• Deliver safety training programs (e.g., forklift, PPE, fire drills).
• Maintain and analyze safety performance metrics (incident rate, lost time, near misses).
• Interface with external inspectors and insurance departments along with OSHA and other regulatory agencies.

Location: Newyork, New Jersy, Dallas, Atlanta

Requirements

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification (preferred or required).
• 2–3 years of experience in safety, EHS, or related fields.
• Regular knowledge of federal and state safety regulations (ability to stay updated on changes).
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% of work time.
• Strong hands-on skills and operational understanding of warehouse safety practices.
• Demonstrated consistency in delivering safety programs and results.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, including with operations, HR, compliance, and insurance departments.
• Excellent communication, training, and analytical skills.