• Health And Safety Specialist

    Actalent (Parsippany Troy Hills, NJ)


    Job Title: Health and Safety Specialist

    Job Description

    The Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring workplace safety and preventing hazards. This role involves identifying potential hazards, implementing safety protocols, managing safety programs, and conducting incident investigations. Additionally, the specialist will develop and deliver safety training programs and ensure compliance with relevant certifications and regulations.

    Responsibilities

    + Identify potential hazards and implement safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.

    + Manage safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Spill Cleanup, Hazardous Waste, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, and Contractor Safety.

    + Conduct incident investigations, including root cause analysis, and ensure timely completion of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

    + Develop and deliver safety training programs, including new hire training, Leadership through Safety, Contractor Safety Training, and Fire Warden Training.

    + Upload and assign required LMS training to appropriate employee groups.

    + Maintain and support ISO certifications, including audit preparation and compliance tracking.

    + Oversee Safety Data Sheets (SDS) management using safety software.

    + Monitor and track incidents, accidents, and near misses in the EHS management system.

    + Follow up on corrective actions from safety programs, ensuring resolution.

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety and environmental practices.

    + Generate periodic reports and trend analyses related to safety performance.

    + Create and distribute safety meeting minutes and maintain accurate documentation.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

    + 3+ months of experience in EHS, safety, or environmental compliance within a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or industrial setting.

    + Experience with OSHA, EPA, and ISO compliance and regulations.

    + Experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, and hazard analyses.

    + Strong understanding of workplace safety programs, including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, respiratory protection, hazardous waste management, and hazardous material handling.

    + Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) management and LMS training systems.

    + Proficiency in using EHS management systems (e.g., VelocityEHS) for incident tracking and corrective action management.

    + Ability to interpret and apply OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards.

    + Strong analytical skills for trend analysis and report generation.

    + Excellent communication and training skills to effectively educate employees at all levels.

    + Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities for incident investigations and risk assessments.

    + Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.

    + Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

    + Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement in safety practices.

    Work Environment

    The Health and Safety Specialist will work cross-functionally across various departments to ensure EHS compliance and complete trainings. This role involves collaborating with different teams to support safety initiatives across the organization. The environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for growth as the company experiences significant expansion.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $34.62 - $44.23/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 Parsippany-Troy Hills,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.