Safety Professional - Short Term

Short-Term Assignment | Day Shift | 60 Hours/Week

Medcor Safety is seeking an experienced Safety Professional for a short-term project at a manufacturing facility in West Branch, Iowa (52358). This is a great opportunity for a safety professional who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, collaborating with site leadership, and helping maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident identifying workplace hazards, implementing corrective actions, and promoting a strong safety culture.

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

Project Details

• Location: West Branch, IA 52358

• Start Date: ASAP

• Project Duration: Approximately 2–3 months

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM

• Hours: Approximately 60 hours per week

• Project Type: Manufacturing Facility

• Per Diem: Local candidates preferred

What You'll Do

As a Safety Professional, you'll work directly with field personnel, supervisors, and project management to identify potential hazards, ensure regulatory compliance, and support safe daily operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct routine site inspections and safety audits to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and opportunities for improvement.

• Partner with site leadership and employees to implement corrective actions and reinforce safe work practices.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and site-specific safety requirements.

• Document safety observations, inspection findings, and corrective actions.

• Review employee safety training records and verify compliance with required training standards.

• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site safety initiatives.

• Assist with developing and implementing site-specific safety plans and procedures.

• Support incident investigations, accident reporting, and corrective action planning.

• Build positive working relationships with site personnel while promoting a proactive safety culture.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant safety experience, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, or construction environments.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

• Current CPR/First Aid certification.

• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.

• Ability to independently identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and communicate effectively with employees and management.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, email, and safety documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification.

• OSHA 500 certification.

• Previous experience supporting manufacturing facilities or industrial projects.

Physical Requirements

This position requires working in an active industrial environment, including prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, and occasionally working on elevated platforms. Candidates must be able to perform physical activities associated with site inspections and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Why Join Medcor Safety?

At Medcor Safety, you'll have the opportunity to apply your safety expertise in a hands-on environment while working alongside experienced professionals committed to protecting employees and maintaining safe operations.

If you're an experienced Safety Professional looking for a short-term opportunity with a consistent weekday schedule and substantial weekly hours, we encourage you to apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Medcor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.