Facility and Safety Specialist

We are seeking a Facility & Safety Specialist to oversee operations and safety at a multi-functional chemical lab facility. This hybrid role combines facility management with safety leadership to ensure a compliant, secure, and efficient working environment across multiple research and production areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Excellence

• Implement and maintain legally compliant safety and health programs aligned with OSHA, ANSI, and other regulatory standards.
• Conduct incident investigations and lead preventative action planning.
• Perform safety audits and inspections of equipment and facilities.
• Lead Process Hazard Assessments (PHAs), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs), and other risk evaluations.
• Support chemical hygiene plans and emergency response procedures.
• Facilitate safety meetings and communicate site-wide safety protocols.

Facility Operations & Maintenance
•     Supervise building infrastructure, janitorial services, waste removal, and aesthetic upkeep.
•     Manage emergency systems including fire suppression, generators, and UPS.
•     Oversee security systems and access control.
•     Coordinate facility improvement projects and contractor services.
•     Prepare bid specifications, evaluate proposals, and manage vendor payments through SAP.

Qualifications:
•     High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field preferred.
•     2+ years in a specialist safety role or 5+ years in chemical manufacturing.
•     Knowledge of industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, emergency response, and regulatory compliance.
•     Strong project planning and facilities management skills.
•     Proficiency in MS Office and SAP; CSP certification or willingness to obtain.

Why Join Us:
•     Be part of a team committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
•     Lead impactful initiatives in a dynamic lab environment.
•     Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.