Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

Rock Health; Lancing (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Health is seeking an Occupational Health & Safety Specialist to develop, implement, and maintain workplace safety programs, ensuring OSHA compliance in a manufacturing setting. The role involves conducting safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; investigating incidents; managing workers' compensation claims; and coordinating emergency response plans and drills.

The specialist will monitor workplace hazards such as dust, air quality, noise, and ergonomics, while overseeing PPE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or industrial safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, workers' compensation, and excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and manage workers' compensation claims.
• Coordinate emergency response plans and drills.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Safety program development

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Ergonomics

Industrial hygiene

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

Job description

We are seeking an Occupational Health & Safety Specialist to develop, implement, and maintain workplace safety programs, ensuring OSHA compliance and adherence to safety regulations. The role involves conducting safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; investigating incidents; managing workers' compensation claims; and coordinating emergency response plans and drills.

The specialist will monitor workplace hazards such as dust, air quality, noise, and ergonomics, while overseeing PPE programs and employee training. Supervisory duties include managing Safety & Sanitation Technicians and ensuring compliance with safety standards during dust management and cleanup activities. Collaboration with Human Resources production leadership, and environmental specialists is essential to support overall EHS initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, with 3-5 years of manufacturing or industrial safety experience. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, workers' compensation, and excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required. The role demands the ability to conduct thorough investigations, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions in a manufacturing environment.