Senior Field Safety Technician

Samsung Electronics America; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 131,809,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite café & gym facilities

Maternity/paternity leave

PTO + holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a dynamic Safety Technician to lead safety initiatives at one of the most advanced facilities in the United States. You will identify hazards, implement mitigation strategies, and collaborate with a diverse team to foster a world-class safety culture.

You will perform on-site observations, respond to incidents, oversee scaffolding compliance, and drive continuous improvement through audits and KPI tracking.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Health & Safety roles.
• Associate of Science degree preferred.
• Pursuing CHST, CSHO, ASP or similar credential is a strong plus.
• Hazardous Materials & Regulations – solid understanding of handling and regulations.
• Working knowledge of OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001.
• OSHA familiarity with regulatory requirements and reporting.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily on-site safety observations and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and SAS Site Safety Programs.
• Serve as first responder for on-site injuries/incidents and conduct initial investigations.
• Act as Scaffolding Competent Person and sign off on scaffolding systems.
• Execute Tier I audits and inspections per the EHS program and document closures.
• Review LSM KPI actions and projects; track progress and report results.

Skills

Health & safety expertise

OSHA compliance

Hazardous materials handling

Safety audits

MS Office proficiency

Scaffolding competent person

Education

Associate of Science degree (preferred)

Pursuing CHST/CSHO/ASP or similar credential (strong plus)

Tools

Microsoft 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 seeking a dynamic Safety Technician to lead critical safety initiatives and develop comprehensive control programs for one of the most advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States. The successful candidate will identify potential hazards and implement effective mitigation strategies while collaborating with a diverse team to foster a world-class safety culture. As part of a collaborative EHS team, you will drive continuous improvement in safety awareness to support our mission as a global leader in manufacturing technology.

Role and Responsibilities

• 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 them 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

• 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.

Base Salary and Benefits

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.

• 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 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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