Safety Specialist
Posted: 06/12/26
Employment Type:
Temp
Job Number: 11138
Job Description
Safety Specialist (EH&S) – 3rd Shift
Location: Oakdale, CA
Contract Assignment: July 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026
Pay Range: $37–$38/hour
3rd Shift | 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM
Are you passionate about workplace safety and creating a culture where employees feel protected and supported? We are seeking a Safety Specialist (EH&S) to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment and support key Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives on-site.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys being actively involved on the production floor, partnering with operations teams, and helping drive continuous improvement in workplace safety.
Position Summary
The Safety Specialist will support plant-level EH&S programs by assisting with compliance activities, tracking safety metrics, supporting investigations, and promoting safe work practices throughout the facility. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Track and maintain safety inspections, corrective actions, and compliance documentation
- Assist with incident investigations and prepare detailed reports
- Update and distribute EH&S metrics, reports, and performance data
- Support safety initiatives, training programs, and employee awareness efforts
- Monitor workplace activities to ensure compliance with company and regulatory safety standards
- Assist in maintaining emergency action and response plans
- Partner with plant leadership to promote a proactive safety culture
- Help identify opportunities for continuous improvement in EH&S processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Risk Management, Environmental Health, or related field preferred
- Equivalent combination of education and 3+ years of relevant safety experience considered
- Previous experience in manufacturing or food production environments strongly preferred
- Knowledge of workplace safety programs, compliance tracking, and reporting practices
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
- Manufacturing plant environment with varying temperatures and noise levels
- Requires standing, walking, and active floor presence throughout the shift
- Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs may be required
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Overtime may be available based on business needs
- Contract assignment running July 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026
We are looking for someone who takes ownership, leads by example, and enjoys making a direct impact on workplace safety. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to helping create a safe and productive environment for all employees.
Meet Your Recruiter
Jamie Goldman
Executive Recruiter
Jamie comes to APS with over 15 years of Executive Recruitment and Client Management Experience working on searches to build great teams in a variety of different industries throughout her career. Prior to joining APS, Jamie owned her own Executive Search firm where she specialized in nationwide searches for Accounting, Finance, Operations, Sales, and Marketing roles. She holds an MBA in General Business and a BSBA in Marketing from the University of Central Florida. Although Jamie was born and raised in Florida, she currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her two young children and Golden Retriever. Jamie is passionate about recruiting and doing what she feels is best for both her candidates and clients.
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