Specialist, Safety and Compliance

Airgas, Inc.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Airgas is seeking a Specialist, Safety and Compliance in Santa Fe Springs, CA to lead safety and regulatory initiatives across locations. The role emphasizes quick, accurate execution, proactive communication, and cross-functional collaboration to support operational safety, audits, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience with safety programs, and the ability to travel regionally. A valid driver's license and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing safety and compliance programs.
• Ability to coordinate training and audits.
• Strong documentation and incident management skills.

Responsibilities

• Safety and compliance program execution: implement programs, conduct site visits, inspections, audits, and support DOT compliance.
• Documentation and incident management: track corrective actions, investigations, and regulatory docs.
• Communication, training and reporting: align safety expectations, coordinate training, and prepare reports and data analyses.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proactive communication

Problem solving

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

US employment authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

ASSP certification preferred

Tools

MS Office / Google Workspace

Job description

R10100438 Specialist, Safety and Compliance (Open)

Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA - Dice Rd - Filling industrial

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world.

We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Specialist, Safety, & Compliance in Santa Fe Springs, CA!

We are looking for you!

• Pay: $80,000-$90,000 with a 10% Bonus
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

The Safety & Compliance Specialist supports operational safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across assigned locations and business functions. This highly organized and detail-oriented role involves managing administrative duties, communicating proactively with stakeholders, and advancing the execution of safety and compliance initiatives in a dynamic environment.

We are looking for a candidate who is a strong communicator with advanced organizational and administrative capabilities, as well as proficiency in Microsoft or Google platforms. Ideally, you bring a solutions-oriented mindset while supporting compliance programs, audits, reporting, training coordination, and operational safety efforts.

Job Duties

• Safety and Compliance Program Execution: Collaborate to implement company safety and compliance programs, conduct site visits, inspections, and audits to partner in identifying risks, and support operational areas including vehicle and DOT compliance.
• Documentation and Incident Management: Track and manage corrective actions, compliance tasks, and training records. This also includes assisting with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and maintaining accurate regulatory documentation.
• Communication, Training, and Reporting: Build alignment and proactively communicate safety expectations across the organization, coordinate training and engagement efforts, and prepare necessary reports, presentations, and data analysis.

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• Leadership and influence across diverse operational teams.
• Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive communication and follow-through.
• Creativity, initiative, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong executional skills with a "speed to execute" mentality.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently within the region, with occasional overnight stays.
• Applicants must have a valid driver's license.
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• ASSP certification(s) or related safety credentials preferred.
• Business acumen with the ability to align safety and compliance objectives with operational performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace platforms, including spreadsheet management, reporting, presentations, and collaboration tools.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

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