OSRC Specialist

Operational Safety & Risk Management

• Conduct regular walkthroughs, inspections, and operational risk assessments across manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, and production areas.
• Identify and help resolve safety concerns related to fabrication processes, heavy manufacturing equipment, material handling, fall protection, and ergonomic risk factors.
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to implement practical, sustainable corrective actions that support production goals while maintaining compliance and employee safety.
• Support hazard identification, incident prevention, corrective action tracking, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety standards, procedures, and operational best practices.

Field Presence & Operational Partnership

• Maintain a strong operational presence and build trusted working relationships across departments.
• Collaborate directly with production leadership, facilities, engineering, and operations teams to solve problems in real time.
• Exercise sound judgment by escalating issues appropriately while avoiding unnecessary operational disruption.
• Demonstrate a “fix first, then document” mindset when appropriate while ensuring accountability and follow-through.
• Provide clear guidance and support to employees and leaders regarding safety expectations and operational responsibilities.

Compliance & Technical Support

• Interpret and apply OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, environmental requirements, and internal company policies.
• Support programs related to hazardous materials, chemical management, labeling, storage, inventory controls, and dock operations.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company expectations.
• Assist in the implementation and auditing of fall protection, restraint systems, lockout/tagout, PPE, and ergonomics programs.

Metrics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and maintain key operational safety metrics including: (DART Rate, TRIR, Leading Indicators, Safety Ticket Trends, Corrective Action Closure Rates)
• Analyze trends and recommend proactive solutions to reduce operational risk and improve workplace performance.
• Support transparency, accountability, and operational reporting across the business.
• Contribute to the development of scalable safety systems and operational readiness processes.

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, industrial operations, environmental health & safety, or related operational environments.
• Experience working in environments involving sheet metal fabrication, tube fabrication, heavy manufacturing, industrial equipment, or construction operations.
• Strong understanding of operational safety practices, risk mitigation, and workplace hazard identification.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally in fast-paced operational environments.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently and drive action with urgency and accountability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• Experience supporting ergonomics programs, fall protection systems, or industrial hazard mitigation initiatives.
• Familiarity with OSHA, NFPA, hazardous materials management, and industrial compliance standards.
• Experience with safety management systems, incident tracking, or operational reporting tools.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent are a plus.