Bilingual EHS Safety Specialist

Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc.; La Mirada (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grupo Chilero, LLC in Southern California is seeking a Safety Specialist to partner with site leaders to develop, implement, and continuously improve Environmental, Health & Safety programs across locations. The role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a strong safety culture, conducts audits, and supports initiatives to reduce workplace risk and incidents.

Qualifications include an associate degree in EHS or related field with 1 year of EHS or risk-management experience, or 2+ years of EHS

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field and at least 1 year of EHS, safety, or risk management experience; or at least 2 years of EHS experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to use Excel for data tracking and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs across Grupo Chilero locations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
• Partner with site leaders and employees to promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct routine site safety audits and assessments; identify risks, recommend corrective actions, and monitor follow-up.
• Coordinate Workers’ Compensation activities with HR, insurance providers, medical professionals, and employees.
• Deliver safety training and education to employees and leaders on workplace safety, regulatory requirements, and prevention practices.
• Support programs related to accident prevention, hazardous materials, fire safety, ergonomics, and other workplace safety initiatives.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of EHS programs and recommend improvements based on audits, data, and observations.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to address safety risks, resolve issues, and support business initiatives.
• Stay current on applicable regulations, industry practices, and EHS requirements.
• Travel locally between company sites as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Grupo Chilero, LLC in Southern California is seeking a Safety Specialist to partner with site leaders to develop, implement, and continuously improve Environmental, Health & Safety programs across locations. The role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a strong safety culture, conducts audits, and supports initiatives to reduce workplace risk and incidents.

Qualifications include an associate degree in EHS or related field with 1 year of EHS or risk-management experience, or 2+ years of EHS