Safety Specialist - Clackamas Corporate Office

Are you an experienced safety professional looking for an exciting new challenge? Are you looking for an opportunity to step into a dynamic supporting role where your contributions will have a direct and lasting impact? As a Safety Specialist, you will play a key supporting role, working alongside the OBRC Safety & Health Administrator to elevate safety standards across the organization. This is an outstanding new opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take on new responsibilities. Your previous experience in safety training programs and documentation, workers’ compensation and liability claim reporting, detailed record-keeping, and other vital safety functions are greatly instrumental in succeeding in this role.

Safety is OBRC’s top priority. We are committed to providing a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for all employees. As a forward-thinking and growth-focused company, we continuously seek opportunities to improve safety standards and enhance our workplace culture.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Safety Specialist to join our team and support the OBRC Safety & Health Administrator in shaping our safety programs and advancing our commitment to safety excellence.

Our Vision

A world where no resource is wasted.

Our Mission

To ensure that no resource goes to waste by empowering people to redeem every container easily, efficiently, and effectively.

Our Values

We are loyal, resilient, trustworthy, creative, competent, and engaged.

Summary

Support the OBRC Sr. Safety, Health & Risk Administrator by assisting with the development, implementation, and ongoing management of safety policies and procedures and claims management protocols.  Assist with development/administration of safety trainings and manage documentation.  Assist with completion of accident reports and report workers’ compensation claims.  Assist with safety inspections and audits.

Schedule and Exemption Status

• Business hours: Monday through Friday (Usually 8 am - 4:30 pm)
• Full-time: Non-Exempt

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the handling and organization of safety/risk claims, including the documentation, reporting, and follow-up of incidents and accidents.
• Assist with periodic safety inspections and audits, primarily ensuring all reports and documentation are completed and organized.
• Support investigations of accidents and near-misses, collaborating with teams to uncover root causes and drive corrective actions that prevent future incidents.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to foster and grow our culture of safety and risk mitigation.
• Assist with the creation and distribution of internal and external audits, helping ensure the company is always ready for safety assessments and compliance checks.
• Site visits to OBRC Redemption Centers and OBRC production plants.
• Provide scheduling assistance to ensure key meetings, claims management requirements and deadlines.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.  Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years’ previous experience in the Safety, Health, Risk Management fields in an industrial or related environment.
• Safety/risk certifications/accreditations encouraged.
• OSHA30 certification or higher preferred.

Requirements – Skills, Job Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of Oregon and Federal OSHA safety and health rules and regulations. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Exceptional time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation, claims reporting, and safety-related tasks.
• Must have a current driver's license and acceptable driving history for travel for work.
• Reliable in-person attendance and the ability to contribute positively to the team

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 
• 401(k): OBRC matches contributions of 100% on employee deferrals up to 4% of your compensation.
• Extensive PTO plan and 6 paid holidays per calendar year. 
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• Free Coffee and Tea Station

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Travel

• Occasional travel to visit locations around the state.  Overnight travel will be minimal, approximately 10%.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Use of arms, wrists, hands, and the ability to grasp objects for performing various tasks like lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, writing, typing.
• Visual acuity to be able to read printed documents and computer screens.
• Perform work both in an office and may have exposure to work in a noisy industrial environment with hot and cold temperatures.
• Lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Sit in an office and walk/stand throughout work sites for extended periods of time.
• Occasional sitting in a vehicle for extended periods when traveling between job sites.
• Occasional bending, stooping, crouching, and squatting.
• Occasional ability to climb stairs and ladders, as well as maintain balance.
• Adherence to proper personal protective equipment (PPE) standards, such as wearing safety glasses, use of hearing and hand protection, and wearing high visibility clothing when required.