Senior Field Safety Technician

Samsung; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) match

Onsite facilities

Paid leave

PTO & holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Safety Technician to lead on-site safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and site safety programs.

The role involves daily hazard identification, incident response, and contributing to a strong safety culture in a cutting-edge semiconductor facility in Austin. A minimum of 7 years in health & safety and an AS degree are preferred, with ongoing safety credential pursuit encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in Health & Safety roles.
• Experience implementing safety-control programs in complex facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily on-site safety observations and verify OSHA compliance and site safety programs.
• Attend safety meetings with contractors and vendors; support safety task forces.
• Lead incident investigations and document findings promptly.
• Inspect scaffolding systems and provide OSHA-compliant sign-off.
• Execute audits and track corrective actions across EHS programs.

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

OSHA regulations knowledge

Safety auditing

Safety program development

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in safety or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

We are looking for a dynamic Safety Technician who can:

• Lead safety initiatives with confidence and authority.
• Identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Develop comprehensive safety-control programs tailored to a cutting-edge semiconductor facility-one of the most advanced in the United States.

What you'll do

Join a diverse, collaborative safety team dedicated to fostering a strong safety culture.

• Drive continuous improvement in hazard awareness across the organization.
• Support a world-leading manufacturing technology company by ensuring a safe, compliant workplace.

If you're passionate about safety, thrive in a fast-moving high-tech environment, and enjoy shaping proactive safety programs, we'd love to hear from you!

Role and Responsibilities

Here's What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Perform daily on-site safety observations, verify that OSHA regulations and SAS Site Safety Programs are being followed. Participate in graded fieldwalks, pre-task-plan reviews, Tier I Category B audits, and inspections.
• Attend contractors & vendors safety meetings, contribute to the Safety-related Task Force Team (TFT) and other EHS support activities.
• Incident Response: Serve as the first responder for all on-site injuries/incident reports. Conduct initial investigations, gather critical information, and document findings promptly.
• Scaffolding Oversight: Act as a Scaffolding Competent Person – inspect scaffolding systems and provide OSHA-compliant sign-off.
• Compliance Assurance: Execute Tier I audits and inspections per the EHS Tiered Audit Program (EHS-090). Identify non-compliances, elevate appropriately, and ensure supporting documentation is completed for closure.
• Leading Safety Metric (LSM) KPI: Review and approve LSM actions and projects across multiple EHS programs on a quarterly basis. Track progress against KPI targets and report outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• Minimum 7+ years in Health & Safety roles.
• Associate of Science degree (preferred).
• Pursuing a recognized safety credential (e.g., CHST, CSHO, ASP, etc.) is a strong plus.
• Hazardous Materials & Regulations - Solid understanding of hazardous-material handling, associated regulations, and NIOSH standards.
• Management System Standards - Working knowledge of: OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), ISO 50001 (Energy Management), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).
• OSHA - Familiarity with OSHA regulatory requirements and reporting guidelines.
• Microsoft Office - Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

The current base salary range for this role is between $31.00 - $46.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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