Corporate Safety Compliance Specialist

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Colerain Township, OH

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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
Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Construction, OSHA General Industry Outreach Trainer Certification, and First Aid/CPR Trainer Certification
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
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

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the waste industry and hauling operations is a plus
Smith System Trainer Certification preferred
Experience in DOT compliance is a plus
Experience with Fire Suppression Systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure company compliance with OSHA regulations and applicable state safety standards
Monitor regulatory updates and communicate changes affecting company operations
Assist in the development and revision of safety policies and procedures to align with OSHA requirements
Support OSHA inspections, regulatory inquiries, and documentation requests
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety programs and initiatives across company locations
Lead safety and compliance internal audits
Identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions
Assist with the investigation of workplace injuries, near misses, and incidents
Identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions
Ensure proper documentation and reporting of incidents
Maintain OSHA injury and illness records (OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs); annual reporting as required with OSHA ITA and BLS requests
Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory reporting requirements are met
Support the preparation of OSHA reports and safety performance metrics
Provide OSHA compliance training and safety education to corporate teams and new safety managers/supervisors throughout the regions
Assist with the development of safety training materials and programs
Support ongoing safety awareness initiatives and employee engagement efforts
Assess training compliance at the sites and provide recommendations for areas of improvement to ensure a compliant and consistent training program
Promote proactive hazard identification and reporting
Collaborate with leadership to strengthen safety accountability
Support initiatives that reinforce a safety excellence mindset throughout the organization
Attend and participate in local safety councils
Perform other duties as assigned