BRADFORD COMPANY is looking for a bright, innovative, and highly motivated Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (On-Site) within a manufacturing environment. Bradford is a manufacturer of industrial packaging products and material handling systems. We provide expertise and high-quality solutions to some of the largest companies in the world.

The Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (On-Site) is the on-site, single-point owner for employee health, injury triage, and safety programs across our manufacturing operations and locations. This role blends hands-on clinical care with end-to-end safety leadership - policy design, training, audits, incident investigation, Workers' Compensation, and regulatory compliance. You will partner with supervisors and external clinics to reduce risk, speed recovery and build a proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities - Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (On-Site)

Leading resource on employee health and wellness matters, including reviewing physician reports, Workers’ Compensation claims, and medical restrictions. Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety. Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law.
Provide first aid and medical assistance to employees who become ill or injured at work.
Document, investigate, and manage work-related injuries and illnesses, including Workers’ Compensation cases.
Monitor compliance to policies and laws by visual verification of employee compliance and operation’s effectiveness. Maintain compliance with state and federal safety standards and other applicable regulations .
Lead safety meetings, deliver training (first aid/CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, incident response, ergonomics), and track and report accident investigations.
Conduct safety audits, job hazard analyses, and routine inspections.
Champion and implement health promotion and wellness programs (e.g., ergonomics, flu shots, health fairs, blood drives, healthy lifestyle initiatives).
Collaborate with local occupational clinics and healthcare providers to support employee recovery and case management.
Maintain medical supply inventory and ensure regular inspections of safety equipment.
On-site role in a production facility - daily presence on the shop floor required

Qualifications - Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (On-Site)

Bachelor’s degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent, relevant experience
Current LPN or RN license in the state of Michigan preferred, but not required
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred, but not required

Experience

Minimum 3 years of occupational health and safety regulations within a manufacturing environment (site safety)
Familiarity with Michigan Workers’ Compensation case management and OSHA training preferred
Experience training others on First Aid/CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens. or certified trainer, is a plus

Skills & Competencies

Knowledge of state and federal laws related to Workers’ Compensation and medical confidentiality
Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Sound judgment and analytical abilities with attention to confidentiality
Ability to communicate effectively with management, employees, physicians, and external healthcare partners
Flexibility to support production teams and respond to off-hour emergencies as needed
Occasional travel will be required for multi-site support or training

Benefits:

Health Benefits: medical, dental, and vision
Wellness Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday pay
Company 401(k) match
Tuition reimbursement
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

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