Safety Specialist

Gal Manufacturing, a Vantage Elevation Company; Sacramento, Irving (CA, TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Vantage Elevation, LLC is a leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems with multiple sites in North America. The Safety Specialist will join the EHS team to strengthen programs, train staff, and drive practical safety improvements across locations in Dallas, TX and Sacramento, CA.

The role requires a hands-on safety professional with at least five years in manufacturing, OSHA knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of EHS in implementing and continuously improving environmental, health and safety programs.
• Support the development and improvement of the EHS management platform, including audits, inspections, compliance tracking, SDS management, corrective actions, and LMS functionality.
• Partner with EHS, HR, and business-unit teams to improve EHS training processes and training mapping.
• Assist in developing the company’s EHS audit roadmap and lead facility and program audits for evaluation and improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to address audit findings and implement corrective actions across locations.
• Support workers’ compensation and injury management, including claim reviews and return-to-work coordination.
• Provide hands-on EHS support through evaluations, hazard assessments, incident investigations, training, and safety initiatives.
• Analyze EHS performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and deliver effective EHS training and communications for employees and managers.
• Build relationships across the organization to serve as a trusted EHS resource.
• Perform other duties and support EHS initiatives as assigned.

Skills

OSHA General Industry knowledge

Public speaking / training

Analytical problem solving

MS Excel advanced

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in EHS or related field

OSHA 10/30 certification preferred

Tools

EHS management platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

JobLocation: Dallas RSC-Irving, TX75038

Job Category: Salary Exempt

Vantage Elevation Safety Specialist

Regular Position, Full Time

If you are a collaborative safety professional who enjoys strengthening systems, solving practical operational challenges, and influencing positive change, then keep reading! We are searching for a hands‑on, results‑oriented Safety Specialist to join the Vantage Environmental, Health and Safety team.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore‑Max; Thames Valley Controls; and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro‑mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. The Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred, preferably in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field.


• OSHA 10‑Hour or OSHA 30‑Hour certification preferred.


• A minimum of five years of health and safety experience within manufacturing operations; warehouse or distribution experience is also preferred.


• Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards.


• Experience working with EHS management platforms; technical aptitude and experience configuring, improving, or supporting EHS system functionality preferred.


• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.


• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities across locations and functions.


• Ability to engage, influence, and motivate employees, supervisors, and managers at all levels of the organization.


• Excellent presentation and training skills, with the ability to influence and motivate team members.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Valid driver’s license.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Director of EHS in implementing and continuously improving companywide environmental, health, and safety programs and initiatives.


• Support the development and improvement of the company’s EHS management platform, including audits and inspections, compliance tracking, safety data sheet management, corrective actions, and learning management system functionality.


• Partner with EHS, Human Resources, and business‑unit teams to improve EHS training processes, employee and job‑function training mapping, and overall training effectiveness.


• Assist in developing the company’s EHS audit roadmap and lead facility and program audits to evaluate alignment, program effectiveness, and opportunities for improvement.


• Partner with business‑unit leadership to address audit findings, develop practical corrective actions, and strengthen implementation of company EHS programs.


• Support workers’ compensation and injury management, including claim reviews, injury investigations, documentation, return‑to‑work coordination, and identification of opportunities to improve claim management.


• Provide hands‑on EHS support to business units through workplace evaluations, hazard assessments, incident investigations, program implementation, training, and other safety initiatives.


• Analyze EHS performance information, including incidents, audits, corrective actions, training, and workers’ compensation data, to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.


• Develop and occasionally deliver effective EHS training, presentations, communications, and tools for employees, supervisors, and managers.


• Build collaborative relationships across the organization and serve as a trusted EHS resource, helping operations identify practical solutions that improve safety and reduce risk.


• Perform other duties and support EHS initiatives as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work is performed in general office, manufacturing plant, warehouse, and distribution environments.


• The role may involve exposure to operating machinery and heavy equipment and requires compliance with applicable safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.


• Limited physical effort is generally required, with occasional movement of materials and equipment.


• Travel to Vantage locations may be required to conduct audits, investigations, training, evaluations, and other EHS support activities.

Work Contact Group

• Significant contact with employees, managers, and departments throughout Vantage Elevation locations.


• Significant collaboration with Manufacturing, Operations, Human Resources, and business‑unit leadership.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Competitive annual salary of $85,000-100,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)


• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• 401(k), Company Match, and Non‑Elective Contribution


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Plum Benefits


• … and more!

Position Details

• Full time


• Location: Dallas, TX or Sacramento, CA


• Department: Vantage EHS


• Reports to the Director of EHS


• Travel to company locations as business needs require

Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Protected characteristics include race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and any other status protected by law.

This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.