Entry Level Safety and Security Specialist Jobs
New grad safety and security specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a relevant internship or hands-on training often carries more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Cintas, Rosendin Electric, and TikTok hiring at this level now.
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POSITION TITLE: Safety Coordinator, First & Second Shift
EFFECTIVE DATE: November 09, 2026
REPORTS TO: Safety Manager
LOCATION: Raeford, NC
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
STATUS: Exempt
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Work with Health and Safety (HS) Supervisor and plant team leaders (Supervisors, Lead Techs and Union Safety Representatives), to help drive progress with company-wide safety initiatives as well as policies, procedures, and program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with new hire safety orientation.
- Assist with HS training development.
- Conducting audits of HS programs and plant inspections.
- Assist Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs) for various machinery and tasks throughout the facility. Inspects facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety and health regulation compliance.
- Participate and recommend improvements for the facility as necessary.
- Provides expert guidance on best practices for identifying and reducing exposure to dangerous conditions.
- Hands-on safety problem-solving and risk mitigation.
- Strong presence on the plant floor. Tours the facility and communicates with workers to identify safety risks and concerns.
- Adopt a proactive approach to providing a safe working environment; provides training and guidance to employees via safety bulletins, documentation, and training meetings.
- Assist with incident investigations and follow-up with required corrective action.
- Input near-hit data and injury data.
- Assist in incident investigations and 5-Why Analysis track corrective actions to completion.
- Maintains knowledge of hazard prevention and safety best practices, equipment, and developments.
- All other duties as assigned.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Relationships are generally intra-organizational, interacting with supervisors and personnel. Creating the interface between departments allowing for the coordination and execution of production requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to identify unsafe situations or potentially unsafe situations.
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles and health and safety laws.
- Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Troubleshooting capability required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field required.
- Or equivalent five years of experience as a Safety Engineer.
- At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Previous work in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Certified Safety Professional status preferred.
PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS
Ability to lift 60 lbs., work in extreme hot and cold weather, must stand for long periods of time, will be exposed to loud noise levels, operate hand and power tools for long periods of time. Work in an environment with dirt, grease, and dust. Manual dexterity to operate specialized equipment. Ability to hear telephone conversations and speak clearly. May need a high level of concentration in a busy area.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Monday through Friday and on-call is required. Shift, weekend, and overtime as required.
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the position.
POSITION TITLE: Safety Coordinator, First & Second Shift
EFFECTIVE DATE: November 09, 2026
REPORTS TO: Safety Manager
LOCATION: Raeford, NC
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
STATUS: Exempt
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Work with Health and Safety (HS) Supervisor and plant team leaders (Supervisors, Lead Techs and Union Safety Representatives), to help drive progress with company-wide safety initiatives as well as policies, procedures, and program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with new hire safety orientation.
- Assist with HS training development.
- Conducting audits of HS programs and plant inspections.
- Assist Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs) for various machinery and tasks throughout the facility. Inspects facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety and health regulation compliance.
- Participate and recommend improvements for the facility as necessary.
- Provides expert guidance on best practices for identifying and reducing exposure to dangerous conditions.
- Hands-on safety problem-solving and risk mitigation.
- Strong presence on the plant floor. Tours the facility and communicates with workers to identify safety risks and concerns.
- Adopt a proactive approach to providing a safe working environment; provides training and guidance to employees via safety bulletins, documentation, and training meetings.
- Assist with incident investigations and follow-up with required corrective action.
- Input near-hit data and injury data.
- Assist in incident investigations and 5-Why Analysis track corrective actions to completion.
- Maintains knowledge of hazard prevention and safety best practices, equipment, and developments.
- All other duties as assigned.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Relationships are generally intra-organizational, interacting with supervisors and personnel. Creating the interface between departments allowing for the coordination and execution of production requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to identify unsafe situations or potentially unsafe situations.
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles and health and safety laws.
- Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Troubleshooting capability required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field required.
- Or equivalent five years of experience as a Safety Engineer.
- At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Previous work in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Certified Safety Professional status preferred.
PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS
Ability to lift 60 lbs., work in extreme hot and cold weather, must stand for long periods of time, will be exposed to loud noise levels, operate hand and power tools for long periods of time. Work in an environment with dirt, grease, and dust. Manual dexterity to operate specialized equipment. Ability to hear telephone conversations and speak clearly. May need a high level of concentration in a busy area.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Monday through Friday and on-call is required. Shift, weekend, and overtime as required.
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the position.
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Entry Level Safety and Security Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level safety and security specialist job?
Start by earning a foundational certification such as OSHA 10 or 30, CPR, or a security officer license required in your state. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate attention to detail, clear written reporting, and composure under pressure. Internships, campus security roles, military service, or volunteer emergency response experience all strengthen your application and can substitute for formal work history.
Which companies hire entry level safety and security specialists?
Companies hiring entry level safety and security specialists right now include Cintas, Rosendin Electric, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Employers at this level range from hospitals and universities to corporate campuses, logistics warehouses, and government contractors, many of which maintain dedicated entry level pipelines to build their safety and security teams from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level safety and security specialist jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field are on-site by nature. About 17% of entry level safety and security specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve monitoring security systems, reviewing compliance documentation, or coordinating safety programs rather than conducting physical patrols or inspections.
Are these new grad safety and security specialist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior safety and security specialist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects in place of full-time history, or lists foundational certifications rather than advanced credentials as requirements. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'training provided,' or 'new grad welcome' in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level safety and security specialists?
Entry Level safety and security specialist roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they face strict regulatory compliance requirements, manage large facilities or public-facing environments, and need a steady pipeline of junior staff to support their established safety and security programs.