Safety Specialist Job Description The Safety Specialist is the primary SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) specialist for multiple R&D facilities. You will work collaboratively with the Lead Safety Specialist and other members of the Workplace Services team. This role involves working in diverse environments, including office settings, research laboratories, and automotive garages, with approximately 20% travel expected. Responsibilities + Conduct basic risk assessments and hazard analyses. + Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations. + Assist in the development and delivery of safety training programs. + Document and report safety incidents and near misses. + Participate in safety audits and inspections. + Support emergency response planning and drills. + Monitor and maintain safety equipment and supplies. + Collect and analyze safety data to identify trends. + Collect and report hazardous materials-related data to state and federal regulators. + Collect and report safety and environmental data to MB AG. + Maintain and update site-specific emergency response action plans and procedures. + Provide SHE technical support for site-specific initiatives and projects. + Perform safety and environmental compliance/project duties as assigned. Essential Skills + Safety certifications such as OSHA 30-hour or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or similar. + Prior experience in management systems such as VPP, ISO 9001, ISO, or OHSAS. + Basic understanding of safety regulations, standards, and programs (OSHA, EPA, IIPP, SPCC, etc.). + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + High level of attention to detail and accuracy. + Ability to work effectively in a team environment. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). + Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and plan daily work in an unstructured work environment. + Ability to work in both corporate office and field environments. + Ability to carry a company-provided cell phone and respond as needed for emergencies. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Equivalent work experience accepted in lieu of formal education. Work Environment The work environment varies from office settings to research laboratories and automotive garages. Approximately 20% travel is expected. You should be comfortable working in both corporate office and field environments and be prepared to carry a company-provided cell phone to respond to emergencies as needed. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.