Safety Specialist

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family!

🛡️ Safety Specialist - Fully onsite in Milwaukee, WI

🔍 Position Overview

At Charter Wire, safety isn’t just a requirement—it’s a shared responsibility and a core part of our culture. As a Safety Specialist, you’ll be a hands-on leader in creating a safe and healthy work environment across our operations. You’ll collaborate with teams, lead training, drive compliance, and help uncover root causes to prevent future incidents. Your work will directly protect our people and strengthen our safety-first mindset.

💼 What You’ll Do

Lead and support safety initiatives that protect employees and reduce risk

Ensure all employees receive role-specific safety training

Partner with the Safety Team to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations

Investigate incidents and implement proactive exposure-reduction strategies

Conduct and document safety inspections and audits

Develop and maintain Risk Assessments and Safe Work Practices

Coordinate new hire safety onboarding

Facilitate and participate in Safety Teams across the business

Help teams identify root causes and build action plans to prevent recurrence

Maintain OSHA-compliant documentation and safety systems

Promote consistency in safety programs across all Charter Mfg locations

✅ What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent experience

3+ years of safety experience

Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering safety training

Practical knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety process improvement

Familiarity with basic medical terminology

Strong communication, organization, and influencing skills

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Master’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Experience managing safety content in a Learning Management System

Experience working with regulatory agencies

🌟 Why Join Charter?

Be part of a company where safety is a shared value, not just a policy

Make a real impact by helping shape our safety culture and protect our people

Collaborate with passionate teams and grow your career in a supportive environment

Drive meaningful change through proactive safety leadership

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).