Safety Specialist

February 12, 2026

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Job ID#: 35528

Safety Specialist
Immediate Opportunity – Needed ASAP!
Contract (9 months approx.)
Great Woodlands location – Zip Code 77381
Pay to $40 hourly depending on experience

  • Leads in the development and implementation of Laboratory site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental procedures that conform to corporate Company requirements.
  • Conduct site self-audits to ensure Lab personnel are complying with EHS.
  • Leads and/or participate in the investigation of incidents, identifying root causes, and assists in initial report preparation. Prepares a timely final report of findings with recommendations for corrective actions
  • Assist and lead in conducting risk assessments including Job Safety Analysis and other assessments as needed.
  • Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
  • Conduct PPE assessments and assist in selection of PPE.
  • Work closely with all members of the site management team, including the Chemical Hygiene Officer.
  • Track internal and external EHS training for assigned work groups and ensure that refresher training is scheduled prior to expiration dates.
  • Attain a level of knowledge in all EHS databases to be the system expert that supports other departments.
  • Ensure all events are properly and accurately captured and categorized in Intelex.
  • Generates reports and other data as requested.
  • Educate Company employees in complying with Company safety policies and procedures.
  • Verify that all field employees understand and comply with all regulatory requirements and Company safety practices through Lab visits and auditing protocols.
  • Verify compliance regarding inventory, storage, handling, and transportation of hazardous materials at assigned locations.
  • Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage and disposal for assigned locations.
  • Manage HAZCOM programs and site-specific Safety Data Sheets at assigned locations.
  • Manage respiratory protection programs at assigned locations and ensure employees are trained and fit tested for assigned respiratory protection equipment.
  • Maintain a close working relationship with all Company personnel to verify the implementation and compliance with standard operating guidelines.
  • Make and implement recommendations and improvements to safety, Lab operations, and logistical effectiveness.
  • Assist and mentor field supervisory personnel with incident investigations, determining root causes, and preparing detailed and accurate root-cause analysis reports.
  • Conduct training of field personnel on proper safety techniques including JSEA completion, incident reporting, and other company safety programs
  • Actively promote and participate in Company safety programs.
  • Provide advice and guidance to Company supervisors and/or customer representatives to establish a safe working environment for employees and customers.
  • Lead by example to develop employee knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for conducting safe operations.
  • Assist with Emergency Action Plan emergency drills.
     

 

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