Safety Specialist - Decatur, IL

Company: Msccn
Location: Decatur
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Job Description Safety Specialist - Decatur, IL This is an exempt-level position Position Summary: The Facility Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting the daily health and safety functions of the plant. This position reports directly to the Plant Safety Manager. Position Responsibility: Work closely with department leadership to achieve safety action plan success. Provide constant and consistent leadership, guidance and mentoring along with training and public presentation as necessary. Advise the Plant Safety Manager or Area H&S Manager and their facility management on the status of all Safety Action Plan actions and areas to apply focus and leadership to achieve success. Assist in building management and employee dedication and enthusiasm for safety through effective leadership and influence. Evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety programs and policies through consistent monitoring and auditing. Knowledge and understanding of a multitude of health, safety regulations and policies with the ability to communicate the requirements effectively and assist the facility with implementation and management. Lead, support and encourage the actions needed that are identified by leading indicators and tracked by a safety management index. Provide leadership and accountability for safety reporting requirements in a computer safety management system. Act as a champion and mentor for colleague safety engagement that comes in many forms. Lead or have integral involvement in incident investigations. Lead and provide oversight of injured colleague cases. Support and drive Continuous Improvement by participating in Performance Excellence. Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree preferred, waivable with experience Prior work experience in an industrial environment or work experience in a dedicated health and safety position or a related degree in Occupational Health & Safety. Effective oral and written communication skills, including public presentation ability Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn and utilize other standardized systems Proven ability to work effectively and enthusiastically on a team Proven ability to recognize hazards, assess risk and recommend controls The position requires the ability to work in a variety of environments: office environment and varying indoor and outdoor environments to include extreme heat and cold The position requires the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods as well as climb stairs The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $52,800.00 - $99,400.00

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