Safety Specialist About the Organization - Are you looking for a company that values its people? - Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career at a fast paced and employee focused environment? We are happy you are here!Together, we are on a mission to craft furniture that nourishes connection and builds community - helping our people and customers connect, grow and learn together. As a family-owned business we are able to do this by designing our process around the customer. And we do it all with Michigan-made high-quality furniture, friendly service, and fast lead times. We are committed to making Grand Rapids Chair the best it can be, and we use our values to guide the way and thrive when we all hold ourselves accountable to these key values. We believe that each employee directly contributes to the growth and success of Grand Rapids Chair and we look forward to seeing what we will accomplish together. Go Be Awesome! At Grand Rapids Chair Company, we know that our employees have lives that extend beyond our four walls. So, we provide competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities to continuously learn and grow professionally. We were even named one of Grand Rapids'Best and Brightest Companies to Work For- (https://thebestandbrightest.com/events/west-michigans-2018-best-brightest-companies-work/) . Just like our customers, we want our employees to SIT HAPPY, too. Visit our website atwww.grandrapidschair.com/careersfor more details. Description SUMMARY- The Safety Specialist role provides safety, health, and environmental support to the organization to ensure a safe work environment across our metal fabrication, welding, powder coating, wood fabrication and staining, and assembly processes. The role involves: identifying hazards, implementing safety protocols, supporting employee-led safety teams, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. This role works closely with Operations and Engineering leaders, Human Resources, and employees to provide safety training, information, and guidance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: + Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs that ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local safety regulations. + Promote safe work practices and working conditions. + Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and department audits of all areas to assist in identifying, controlling, and eliminating safety and health hazards. + Work closely with the engineering and maintenance teams regarding safety, health, and ergonomic needs for team members and the business. + Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to determine root causes, and develop and implement corrective measures to prevent future incidents. + Manage safety incident reporting database and reporting. + Perform regular safety audits of manufacturing processes and machinery, ensuring that proper guarding, ventilation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) are in place and being used effectively. + Ensure that the organization adheres to all relevant federal, state, and local safety regulations, including those specific to manufacturing processes involving hazardous materials, flammable chemicals, and high-risk operations like welding. + Manage and coordinate activities of the safety team, including monthly meetings, department audits, safety corrective action items, and employee engagement. + Develop and oversee emergency response procedures, including evacuation plans, fire safety drills, and first aid preparedness, tailored to the specific risks of the furniture manufacturing processes. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for safety improvements in production processes and implement best practices. + Set up annual testing and review of first responder, AED and CPR training as well as crane and industrial power/forklift training and certifications. + Develop and deliver safety training for new employees and when new or updated requirements are put into place. + Manage and maintain safety equipment, including ensuring proper fit and usage of PPE. + Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements + Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent training, education and experience. + Minimum of 3-5 years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment. + Experience conducting safety training, incident investigations, risk assessments, safety audits, and ergonomic assessments. + OSHA 30-Hour Certification required. + CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or ASP (Associate Safety Professional) certification preferred. + First Aid/CPR certification. + Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety standards related to metalworking, welding, woodworking, and hazardous materials. + Knowledge of machine guarding, industrial ventilation, chemical safety, and PPE requirements. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effectively training and engaging employees at all levels. + Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. + Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Shift First Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Category Manufacturing This position is currently accepting applications.