Safety Specialist

Tundra Technical Solutions; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Technical Solutions is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced operational environment. The role involves safety audits, incident investigations, documentation, training delivery, and partnering with site leadership to foster a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing routine compliance audits, and supporting various EHS

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in an EHS role or a bachelor's degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, including 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry).
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding employee, security, and workplace matters.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules (days, nights, weekends) based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety audits and inspections to identify compliance issues and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with incident investigations, document findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain compliant records and documentation.
• Enter and maintain safety information in internal systems promptly.
• Perform routine safety observations and audits.
• Train and support managers and employees on safety procedures and audit processes.
• Deliver required safety training sessions.
• Support fire prevention, hazardous waste management, emergency response, and other EHS programs.
• Track corrective actions through completion and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced operational environment. This role is responsible for conducting safety audits, supporting incident investigations, maintaining compliance documentation, delivering safety training, and partnering with site leadership to promote a strong culture of safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety audits and inspections to identify compliance issues, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with workplace incident and accident investigations, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and internal policies.
• Enter and maintain safety-related information in internal systems in a timely manner.
• Perform routine workplace observations and compliance audits.
• Train and support managers and employees on safety procedures, audit processes, and workplace policies.
• Deliver required safety training sessions as assigned.
• Support fire prevention, hazardous waste management, emergency response, or other environmental health and safety programs as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and track corrective actions through completion.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) role, or a bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, including 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry).
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding employee, security, and workplace matters.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including days, nights, and weekends, based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting job hazard analyses, risk assessments, and accident investigations.
• Experience leading safety initiatives, training programs, or cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation processes and case management.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, industrial, healthcare, or similar operational environments.
• Certifications or training in emergency response, first aid, hazardous materials, or related safety disciplines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Passion for promoting workplace safety and continuous improvement.