Entry Level Safety Specialist Jobs
New grad safety specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or safety certification can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, with employers like Kiewit, Corps Solutions, and Werner Enterprises hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.
A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.
As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist (EH&S) will be a key contributor to Loss Control Programs, including Environmental, Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Title V, Security, TIMS and Hazardous/Solid Waste Management. The EHS Technician reports directly to the Responsible Care Leader for Trinseo in support of the Company's chemical manufacturing operations facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Administer the environmental program for waste, water and air for the Louisville site
- Participate in and provide data for EH&S audits (internal and external)
- System administrator for document control, security, and EH&S applications
- Coordinate and assist implementation for EH&S programs within specific facility
- Participate in incident investigations and corrective action to determine root cause analysis
- Initiate and support Management of Change (MOC) for EH&S matters as necessary
- Serve as facility MOC reviewer for EH&S topics
- Complete EHS assessments/general program compliance reviews
- Complete monthly compliance tasks
- Updates and maintains appropriate environmental, safety and health program documents
- Member of EHS Teams for area of coverage
- Be an EH&S influential leader with Trinseo EH&S programs
- Participate and help drive Trinseo’s Safety on Purpose program
- On-board new employees utilizing the Trinseo New Employee Orientation Process
- Provide one-on-one or group trainings of various EH&S topics, e.g. arc flash, fall protection, respirator, SCBA, etc.
- Develop an EH&S Tailgate plan and provide materials to be viewed by all employees
- Review and update the SDS system annually for your facility
- Know and participate in immediate response drills with facility and Site emergency response teams
- Manage and report sustainability metrics for site
- Support site process safety including PHAs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Postsecondary Degree in EHS or Chemical Engineering or related field required
- Professional certifications preferred (CSP, CHMM, CIH, CPEA) but not required
- 2+ years of EH&S experience with a focus on Health and Safety
- Chemical manufacturing experience is a plus
- Identifies and interprets applicable environmental regulations
- Performs inspections and tests to verify compliance
- Emergency response experience is preferred
- Experience with external regulatory requirements both at the federal and state level
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.
INTRODUCTION
Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.
A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.
As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist (EH&S) will be a key contributor to Loss Control Programs, including Environmental, Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Title V, Security, TIMS and Hazardous/Solid Waste Management. The EHS Technician reports directly to the Responsible Care Leader for Trinseo in support of the Company's chemical manufacturing operations facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Administer the environmental program for waste, water and air for the Louisville site
- Participate in and provide data for EH&S audits (internal and external)
- System administrator for document control, security, and EH&S applications
- Coordinate and assist implementation for EH&S programs within specific facility
- Participate in incident investigations and corrective action to determine root cause analysis
- Initiate and support Management of Change (MOC) for EH&S matters as necessary
- Serve as facility MOC reviewer for EH&S topics
- Complete EHS assessments/general program compliance reviews
- Complete monthly compliance tasks
- Updates and maintains appropriate environmental, safety and health program documents
- Member of EHS Teams for area of coverage
- Be an EH&S influential leader with Trinseo EH&S programs
- Participate and help drive Trinseo’s Safety on Purpose program
- On-board new employees utilizing the Trinseo New Employee Orientation Process
- Provide one-on-one or group trainings of various EH&S topics, e.g. arc flash, fall protection, respirator, SCBA, etc.
- Develop an EH&S Tailgate plan and provide materials to be viewed by all employees
- Review and update the SDS system annually for your facility
- Know and participate in immediate response drills with facility and Site emergency response teams
- Manage and report sustainability metrics for site
- Support site process safety including PHAs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Postsecondary Degree in EHS or Chemical Engineering or related field required
- Professional certifications preferred (CSP, CHMM, CIH, CPEA) but not required
- 2+ years of EH&S experience with a focus on Health and Safety
- Chemical manufacturing experience is a plus
- Identifies and interprets applicable environmental regulations
- Performs inspections and tests to verify compliance
- Emergency response experience is preferred
- Experience with external regulatory requirements both at the federal and state level
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.
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Entry Level Safety Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level safety specialist job?
Focus on OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification, which many employers treat as a baseline credential for entry level candidates. Internship experience, even a single semester in a manufacturing or construction environment, strengthens your application significantly. Tailor your resume to highlight incident reporting, hazard identification, or safety audit work from coursework or volunteer roles, and emphasize any hands-on fieldwork.
Which companies hire entry level safety specialists?
Companies hiring entry level safety specialists right now include Kiewit, Corps Solutions, and Werner Enterprises, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large industrial employers, government contractors, staffing firms placing safety talent in manufacturing plants, and construction companies required to maintain dedicated safety staff on active job sites.
Are there remote entry level safety specialist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level safety specialist roles are on-site by nature. About 16% of entry level safety specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these typically involve safety program coordination, documentation, or compliance work rather than field inspections. Fully remote roles at this level are less common but do appear in larger corporate safety departments.
Are these new grad safety specialist jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it lists internship experience or relevant coursework as acceptable substitutes for full-time work history, or when it offers on-the-job training. Recent graduates with a safety-related degree and an OSHA certification are competitive applicants for these positions.
Which industries hire the most entry level safety specialists?
Entry Level safety specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because regulatory requirements, insurance obligations, and the physical nature of the work create consistent demand for dedicated safety personnel even at the junior stage of a candidate's career.