Corporate Safety Compliance Specialist

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

The Safety Compliance Specialist (OSHA) is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and internal safety policies. This role supports the development, implementation, monitoring, and auditing of safety programs to reduce workplace injuries, improve regulatory compliance, and promote a proactive safety culture across operations.

The Safety Compliance Specialist (OSHA) works closely with the Safety Compliance Specialist (DOT), Region Safety Managers, Operations leadership, and Maintenance teams to identify hazards, evaluate regulatory requirements, and ensure safety programs are effectively implemented and maintained.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Ensure company compliance with OSHA regulations and applicable state safety standards
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  Monitor regulatory updates and communicate changes affecting company operations

  
  
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  Assist in the development and revision of safety policies and procedures to align with OSHA requirements

  
  
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  Support OSHA inspections, regulatory inquiries, and documentation requests

  
  
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  Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety programs and initiatives across company locations

  
  
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  Lead safety and compliance internal audits

  
  
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  Identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions

  
  
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  Assist with the investigation of workplace injuries, near misses, and incidents

  
  
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  Identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions

  
  
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  Ensure proper documentation and reporting of incidents

  
  
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  Maintain OSHA injury and illness records (OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs); annual reporting as required with OSHA ITA and BLS requests

  
  
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  Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory reporting requirements are met

  
  
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  Support the preparation of OSHA reports and safety performance metrics

  
  
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  Provide OSHA compliance training and safety education to corporate teams and new safety managers/supervisors throughout the regions

  
  
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  Assist with the development of safety training materials and programs

  
  
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  Support ongoing safety awareness initiatives and employee engagement efforts

  
  
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  Assess training compliance at the sites and provide recommendations for areas of improvement to ensure a compliant and consistent training program

  
  
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  Promote proactive hazard identification and reporting

  
  
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  Collaborate with leadership to strengthen safety accountability

  
  
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  Support initiatives that reinforce a safety excellence mindset throughout the organization

  
  
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  Attend and participate in local safety councils

  
  
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  Perform other duties as assigned

  
  

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards
• Must have the ability to train others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner
• Ability to build strong working relationships, acting as a daily ambassador, with site-level teams to foster trust, accountability, and ownership of safe work practices
• Must possess strong planning/organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers and encourage engagement
• Knowledge and understanding of the mechanical functions of commercial vehicles and equipment
• Computer skills; working knowledge of Windows applications, Microsoft applications, PowerBI, and Outlook applications, a plus
• Ability to operate a commercial vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations/compliance
• Strong investigative skills required

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• 3 - 5 years of occupational safety, OSHA compliance, or safety program management
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, waste management, transportation, or construction environments preferred
• Must have knowledge of DOT regulations and OSHA/industrial safety compliance as they relate to the waste hauling industry
• Knowledge of the waste industry and hauling operations is a plus
• Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Construction, OSHA General Industry Outreach Trainer Certification, and First Aid/CPR Trainer Certification
• Smith System Trainer Certification preferred
• Experience in DOT compliance is a plus
• Experience with Fire Suppression Systems is a plus

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Rarely lifting/carrying a max of 100 lbs
• Occasionally pushing/pulling a max of 35 lbs
• Rarely pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside
• Continuously working in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Rarely climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently sitting/standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver's license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.