Safety Specialist Jobs in Michigan
Safety Specialist jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, with consistent openings concentrated in automotive manufacturing, heavy industry, construction, and healthcare, at levels from entry-level safety technician through senior safety manager. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Dow Chemical maintain large safety and compliance teams. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan are industrial hygiene, OSHA compliance, and process safety management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for nearly six decades.
Our Culture & Philosophy:
Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork. When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers.
- Open & Constructive
- Take Pride in Our Product
- Relentless Commitment
- Care About Our Customers
- Team Success
Summary:
The Health & Safety Specialist role is an entry-level position, with a minimum expectation of experience in safety (construction safety preferred) and some construction or manufacturing experience. This position receives direction, guidance, and counsel from the Director, Safety & Risk Management to complete and prioritize tasks. As the Health & Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting our company safety team, programs, processes and our project teams and sites. The primary responsibility of the Health & Safety Specialist is to maintain a high standard of health and safety throughout all operations. The descriptions below are representative of, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities for this position.
Five Key Roles of the Health & Safety Specialist:
- Provide regional and project support in the form of but not limited to creating site-specific plans, safety manuals, pre task plans, activity hazard analysis, training records and toolbox talks, support OCIP and CCIP coordination
- Maintain, create, and modify safety documentation & activities including but not limited to, incidents, OSHA, logs, training folders, libraries, inspections, observations, toolbox talks, documents, and purchase orders
- Monitor Procore for updates, processes, and usages to create reports and dashboards as requested, which may include financial reports, incident reports, equipment reports, productivity reports, etc.
- Create and send daily, weekly, and quarterly update summaries of relevant safety activities, updates, potential concerns, or other information that is beneficial to PM’s and Superintendents
- Support safety and risk related initiatives including process and procedure creation
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for supporting the ordering of safety-related PPE, equipment and materials.
- Create and manage custom implementation project plans to ensure the timely delivery of services and deliverables.
- Support the review, revision and dissemination of the F&B Safety Manual.
- Support the alignment and prioritization across departments and stakeholders.
- Support the incident review process including follow up and documenting corrective action.
- Interact and interface with personnel across the company.
- Deliver a high level of service and support through diligent and proactive communication.
- Communicating and upholding the Company’s commitment to Integrity and Code of Ethics.
- Other relevant tasks as assigned.
Education, Experience & Qualifications:
- Experience in Environmental, Compliance & Occupational Health and Safety
- 3+ years of relevant experience required
- A background in safety with a general knowledge of the construction industry or general industry
- Knowledge in compliance with federal, national and local standards
- Excellent communication, organizational skills and knowledge in incident investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
- Problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals
Travel:
Travel to regional offices on an as-needed basis may be required. Fessler & Bowman will compensate for travel when applicable.
Work Environment:
As the Health & Safety Specialist, your primary work environment will be in an office setting but may involve work being performed in field environments that can include but are not limited to: high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings. The employee will frequently be required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel.
Benefits:
Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401k with company contributions
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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- Electronics & Hardware
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety specialist jobs across Michigan.
- CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30-hour certification recognized for Michigan industrial and construction roles
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety management, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Direct experience conducting OSHA compliance audits in manufacturing or construction environments
- Proficiency developing and delivering safety training programs for hourly production or skilled-trades workers
- Ability to investigate incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and complete OSHA recordkeeping and reporting
- Working knowledge of Michigan OSHA regulations administered by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Safety Specialist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety specialist in Michigan?
Most safety specialist roles in Michigan require at minimum a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field. Michigan does not issue a state-specific safety license, but employers widely require or strongly prefer the Certified Safety Professional credential. Michigan OSHA, administered by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, sets the regulatory standards candidates are expected to know, and familiarity with those rules is a practical requirement for hiring.
Which companies hire safety specialists in Michigan?
Employers hiring safety specialists in Michigan right now include LG Energy Solution Michigan, Haztek Safety Management, and Utility Supply and Construction Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep automotive and heavy manufacturing base means a large share of openings come from production facilities, Tier 1 suppliers, and chemical processors with continuous safety compliance needs.
Which Michigan cities have the most safety specialist jobs?
Holland, Novi, and Detroit post the highest concentration of safety specialist openings in Michigan. The Detroit metro drives volume through its dense cluster of automotive assembly plants, Tier 1 suppliers, and logistics hubs, while Grand Rapids reflects strong demand from food manufacturing and healthcare systems, and Lansing draws openings from state government facilities and mid-size industrial employers in the region.
Are there remote safety specialist jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Safety specialist work is largely hands-on, requiring site inspections, floor-level training, and incident response that cannot be performed remotely. About 50% of safety specialist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to concentrate in corporate safety roles, management system auditing, and EHS consulting where documentation and program oversight drive most of the day-to-day work.
How can I get hired as a safety specialist in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a safety technician or EHS coordinator role in Michigan's manufacturing sector, where large employers including automotive assembly plants and Tier 1 suppliers regularly bring on candidates with a safety-related degree but no field experience. Pursuing an OSHA 30-hour card and a student membership through the American Society of Safety Professionals strengthens early applications. Lateral moves from quality control, industrial hygiene technician, or facilities maintenance roles are common entry points Michigan employers recognize as practical safety experience.
Where can I find and apply to safety specialist jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to safety specialist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings from employers hiring now. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the employer.
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