Safety Specialist - Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Safety Specialist to support safety strategies and advance safety culture throughout our Garland, Utah distribution center. In this role, you will support the ongoing management, planning and implementation of a robust, compliant and consistently applied safety program. The position also requires providing emergency response to associates when necessary. The ideal candidate has knowledge of government regulations concerning health, safety and the environment. Applicants also should possess demonstrated project management skills. 

This is a full-time position at our Garland, UT location.  

A day in the office looks like this:  

• Documents safety inspections, citing dangerous areas/procedures and recommending corrective action  
• Provides recommendations for correcting noncompliance issues  
• Provides emergency response to employees as needed  
• Participates in and documents information for the investigation of accidents and injuries, then submits data to regulatory agencies as required  
• May train employees in the safety aspects of machine operations  
• Incorporates and maintains safety observances including but not limited to using all PPE by employees, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and promoting good safety practices  
• Assists with development of training materials and coordinates and facilitates employee training as necessary  
• Create/customize detailed safety and environmental programs/procedures to meet site-specific environment as needed  
• Assists the Health, Safety and Security Manager in safety and environmental projects, including the development of work plans  
• Assists with safety training programs aimed at reducing exposure to workplace hazards and compliance with applicable standards  
• Supports location assessments (e.g., audits, inspections, accident investigations, etc.) with site management; recommends and assists in the execution of corrective actions  
• Trains auditors as needed  

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• High school graduate or equivalent  
• Minimum of 2 years of safety experience in industrial or plant facility  
• 4+ years of safety experience in industrial or plant facility preferred  
• Strong service orientation  
• Strong interpersonal/communication skills  
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal direction   
• Problem-solving/opportunity identification  
• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods  
• Must be able to bend, stretch, push, pull and move with up to 50 pounds of force  
• Must be able to wear proper PPE to protect against exposure to chemical and physical hazards  
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and possess manual dexterity  
• Must be available during nonstandard working hours as required  

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus a bonus plan
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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