About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Compensation

This role offers a base salary of $80,000 per year (reported by the client). Pay shown here reflects the information provided by the confidential client.

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Why Work with Our Confidential Client

Our confidential client operates across multiple facilities and emphasizes safety, training, and opportunities for career growth. This entry-level role is a hands-on position ideal for candidates launching a career in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS).

• Work for an employer with a strong safety-first culture
• Clear paths for professional development and internal advancement
• Exposure to multiple facility types and hands-on EHS experience

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What You’ll Do

As an Entry-Level Safety Specialist you will support the EHS team to help maintain a safe, compliant workplace:

• Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and identify potential hazards
• Assist with incident, injury, and near‑miss investigations
• Support compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation
• Participate in safety audits and follow up on corrective actions
• Assist with delivery of employee safety training and orientation
• Monitor proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Support emergency preparedness activities, drills, and response planning
• Communicate safety policies and procedures to employees and contractors
• Help leadership implement safety improvement initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Minor travel required (approximately 20%), with no weekend travel expected

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred
• Basic knowledge of workplace safety principles and OSHA regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Internship or experience in manufacturing, construction, warehousing, or industrial environments
• CPR / First Aid certification

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to identify and assess workplace hazards
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Time management and multitasking skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in the safety profession

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods
• Conduct inspections in office, warehouse, production, or field environments
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Work in varying environmental conditions as required

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Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career advancement potential

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.