Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist – Second Shift (Temporary Contract)

Location: New Albany, MS
Pay Rate: $34.00–$36.00 per hour
Shift: 2nd Shift, 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Contract Duration: Approximately 5–10 weeks
Start Date: September 26
Industry: Sawmill / Heavy Manufacturing

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Safety Specialist for a temporary second-shift assignment at a sawmill in New Albany, MS. This position will support an equipment upgrade by providing on-site safety oversight, responding to incidents, and assisting employees with maintaining a safe work environment.

The Safety Specialist will work directly on the sawmill production floor but will not operate equipment. The ideal candidate will have previous safety experience in a sawmill, lumber operation, or heavy manufacturing environment and be comfortable working with production employees and management in an industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site safety oversight throughout the second-shift production operation.
• Monitor the work environment to identify potential hazards and unsafe practices.
• Respond to workplace incidents, injuries, and safety concerns as they arise.
• Support employees and supervisors in maintaining safe work practices and following established safety procedures.
• Conduct safety observations and help identify opportunities to prevent workplace injuries.
• Reinforce compliance with applicable safety regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Communicate safety concerns and corrective actions to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with maintaining a safe working environment during the equipment upgrade.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in occupational safety, preferably in a sawmill, lumber, or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Experience working directly with production employees in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard identification, and incident response.
• Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and communicate corrective actions effectively.
• Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on a production floor in a sawmill environment.
• Dependable, professional, and comfortable working independently during second shift.

Schedule and Compensation

• Pay: $34.00–$36.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, subject to confirmation.
• Location: New Albany, Mississippi.
• Duration: Approximately 5–10 weeks, with potential for extension based on project needs.
• Assignment Type: Temporary contract supporting an equipment upgrade.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have hands-on safety oversight experience in a sawmill or heavy manufacturing facility, with the ability to identify hazards, respond to incidents, and work effectively with production teams. Candidates with experience in industrial safety and a strong understanding of manufacturing-floor safety practices are encouraged to apply.