Safety Specialist

GTI Fabrication; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Sick time

Life insurance and disability coverage

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to advanced manufacturing

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

GTI Fabrication, based in Buffalo, NY, seeks a Safety Specialist to develop and maintain safety protocols across the company, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and industry standards. You will partner with leadership and leads to support safe day-to-day operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires the ability to implement training programs, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, and enforce safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to six years related experience.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office.
• Prior experience with OSHA audits and preparing safety documentation.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates a training program for safe work practices and job-specific hazards.
• Performs scheduled inspections to identify and correct unsafe conditions and improve operations.
• Investigates and reduces accidents in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Maintains and enforces site safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Keeps up-to-date knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Documents quarterly training programs for all employees and supervisors.
• Conducts new employee safety training and orientation.
• Leads safety meetings with staff on various safety topics.
• Ensures safe working conditions and enforces safe practices at all times.
• Encourages reporting of unsafe conditions and coordinates repairs.
• Encourages reporting on injuries and manages timely responses.
• Communicates loss prevention information to management.
• Develops a Return to Work program with appropriate staff and insurers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

GTI Values: Safety I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility

The Safety Specialist is responsible for the development and maintenance of all safety protocols and procedures for the Company, under the direction of the Safety Manager. This position will partner with Company leadership and working leads to ensure safe day-to-day operations that are in compliance with all federal, local, state, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates a training program designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction with regard to hazards unique to any job assignment.
• Performs scheduled periodic inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and work practices, improve workplace operations, and control hazards
• Investigates and reduces accidents and losses in compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Communicates, distributes, and enforces site specific safety procedures and federal, state, and local safety and health regulations.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations and web sites; maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety codes and regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company.
• Establishes and documents quarterly training programs for all employees and supervisors.
• Conducts and documents new employee safety training and orientation.
• Conducts and documents safety meetings with appropriate staff to cover all activities regarding safety of employees, company vehicles, property, and public liability exposures.
• Provides safe and healthy working conditions and establishes and enforces safe practices at all times by all employees.
• Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedules or coordinates repairs as soon as possible.
• Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, immediately.
• Responds to employee suggestions concerning safety matters
• Communicates loss prevention information and program status to management on a regular basis and works through management to accomplish goals.
• Develops and maintains a proactive Return to Work Program; coordinates with appropriate staff and insurance representatives to identify and develop suitable temporary limited duty assignments for injured employees to perform during the recovery process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of three to six years related experience.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office
• Prior experience with OSHA audits and preparing safety documentation
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of working with lithium-ion batteries in a production/warehouse environment.
• Forklift certified.

Benefits & Perks

GTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.

#ZR

GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Company Description

GTI specializes in the design, engineering, fabrication, and deployment of custom modular structures, shipping container-based structures, and ballistic metal fabrication. We serve multiple industries, including DOD contractors, military, disaster relief, and commercial markets. Our containerized and modular solutions are all built in-house at our factory in Buffalo, NY. Manufacturing capabilities range from military training, live fire enclosures, bathroom/shower units, expeditionary camps, medical facilities, water treatment, electrical/energy storage enclosures, and much more.