Safety Specialist

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!?️ Safety SpecialistLocation: Fully onsite in Cleveland, OH? Position Purpose / MissionJoin a team that puts people first. As a Safety Specialist, you"ll play a key role in creating a workplace where every employee goes home safe, every day. You"ll lead initiatives that strengthen our safety culture, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and empower employees with the knowledge and tools they need to work safely.This role is hands‑on, collaborative, and highly visible across the organization. You"ll partner with operations, leadership, and cross‑functional teams to reduce risk, investigate incidents, and drive proactive improvements that make a real impact on our people and our business.✠Minimum QualificationsBachelor"s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent experience3+ years of safety experienceExperience facilitating and leading cross‑functional teamsStrong background in developing and delivering safety training at all organizational levelsPractical experience with safety process improvementWorking knowledge of OSHA regulationsFamiliarity with basic medical terminologyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detailSkilled at influencing without direct authority⭐ Preferred QualificationsExperience in a manufacturing environmentMaster"s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related fieldExperience developing and managing safety content within a Learning Management System (LMS)Experience interacting with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies? Major AccountabilitiesChampion a safe working environment across all Charter Steel locationsMaintain accurate safety documentation to ensure OSHA complianceCoordinate and deliver new‑hire safety orientationSupport, develop, and actively participate in Safety TeamsDevelop, coordinate, and deliver ongoing safety trainingConduct and document safety inspections and auditsDevelop, maintain, and audit Risk Assessments and Safe Work PracticesPartner with teams to identify root causes of incidents and implement corrective actionsCollaborate with Safety Team members across the business to ensure consistency in programs and standardsMaintain and oversee the safety documentation systemFollow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System proceduresMeet all essential job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation? Why This Role MattersThis isn"t just compliance — it"s culture. You"ll be part of a team that shapes how people work, how leaders lead, and how safety becomes a shared responsibility across the organization. If you"re passionate about protecting people, improving processes, and driving meaningful change, this is a place where your work truly matters.We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

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