Safety Specialist, Training and Development

Darling Ingredients•Cold Spring, KY

About The Position

Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy. The Safety Specialist, Training and Development is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating safety training programs across the organization. This role ensures that all employees are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a safe and compliant work environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive safety professional with a passion for education, a strong understanding of OSHA and other regulatory requirements, and the ability to engage employees at all levels.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or 4+ years of related experience
2 to 4 years+ experience in safety training, auditing, or standards development in a corporate or multi-site environment
Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and other applicable safety regulations
Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning development tools.
Experience with Cornerstone a plus
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to travel to company locations as needed (up to 50%)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Strong working knowledge of content creation software, including Adobe, Captivate, Articulate, Photoshop, etc
Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHST, or equivalent preferred
Experience in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, or logistics
Familiarity with adult learning principles, instructional design, and behavior-based safety programs

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive safety training programs tailored to various roles and departments
Conducts needs assessments to identify training gaps and recommend appropriate solutions
Delivers engaging in-person and virtual safety training sessions, workshops, and toolbox talks
Creates and maintains training materials, including manuals, e-learning modules, videos, and job aids
Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics
Maintains accurate training records and generate reports for internal and external audits.
Supports incident investigations by identifying training-related root causes and recommending corrective actions
Stays current on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging safety technologies
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement safety campaigns, initiatives, and continuous improvement projects
Participates in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the development of corrective action plans
Monitors industry trends, regulatory updates, and best practices to inform safety strategies.
Serves as a subject matter expert and resource for safety-related inquiries and initiatives across the organization
Other duties as assigned