Safety & Environmental Representative (Direct Hire)
Express Employment Professionals is hiring on behalf of a manufacturing company in Waco, TX.
Are you passionate about workplace safety and creating a culture where employees go home safely every day? We are seeking a Safety & Environmental Representative to support safety initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, conduct audits and investigations, and provide employee training throughout manufacturing operations.
This position offers an opportunity to make a direct impact by reducing workplace incidents, improving safety performance, and partnering with employees and management to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments throughout manufacturing facilities
- Identify safety concerns and ensure corrective actions are implemented and completed
- Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and accidents and conduct root cause analyses
- Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and supervisors
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
- Track, analyze, and report safety metrics, trends, and corrective actions
- Assist with safety program development and procedure updates
- Participate in regulatory inspections and communicate with applicable agencies when necessary
- Prepare detailed reports and present findings to leadership teams
- Promote and support a positive safety culture throughout the organization
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 5+ years of safety, EHS, industrial, manufacturing, construction, military safety, or related experience
- Experience conducting safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Valid driver's license
Preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field
- OSHA 30 certification
- Experience with OSHA 1910 and/or 1926 standards
- Manufacturing, industrial, construction, heavy equipment, or military safety experience
- Experience with root cause analysis methods such as 5 Why, FMEA, or Taproot
- CPR/First Aid certification
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in both office and production environments. They will have experience influencing employees and leadership, conducting investigations, delivering training, and driving continuous improvement in workplace safety.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health benefits available
- Paid time off
- Career growth opportunities
- Stable manufacturing environment
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity with a growing manufacturing company in Waco, TX!