Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Metro by T-Mobile - 3.7 Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time $20.00 - $23.50 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Record keeping EHS Food safety management Workplace ergonomics Procedural guides Safety inspections for hazard identification Regulatory compliance Contamination control Compliance audits & assessments Data reporting Mid-level Environmental Science Air quality monitoring Compliance management implementation Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Sanitation procedures Quality assurance audits Analysis skills Food Science Public Health Staff training Performance Improvement (PI) Risk management Public health Data analytics Safety audits for hazard identification Occupational safety risk assessments Training & development Food safety Internal audits Health and safety training programs Full Job Description Job description: At Metro by T-Mobile, we are committed to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-standard retail environment for both employees and customers. We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Safety & Compliance Specialist to lead safety initiatives across multiple retail locations. This role goes beyond basic safety — it focuses on risk prevention, environmental health, sanitation standards, and operational compliance. Candidates with a background in Food Science, Public Health, Environmental Health, or similar fields are encouraged to apply, as their expertise in safety systems and risk analysis will be highly valuable. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive safety and compliance audits across retail locations Identify risks related to workplace safety, hygiene, and customer environment Develop and implement safety, sanitation, and operational compliance programs Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and local regulations Establish best practices for cleanliness, infection control, and store safety protocols Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses; implement preventive measures Train store managers and staff on safety procedures, hygiene standards, and emergency response Monitor and improve store conditions (air quality, cleanliness, workspace ergonomics, etc. Maintain documentation, reports, and compliance records Partner with leadership to build a strong culture of safety and accountability Qualifications Advanced degree in Food Science, Public Health, Environmental Science, or related field preferred Experience in safety, compliance, quality assurance, or risk management Strong understanding of regulatory standards (OSHA or similar) Experience in audit, inspection, or process improvement environments Ability to travel between multiple store locations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Background Experience in food safety, lab safety, or environmental health Knowledge of contamination control, sanitation systems, or quality standards Ability to apply scientific thinking to real-world operational risks Experience creating SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) Key Skills Risk assessment & mitigation Attention to detail Data analysis & reporting Training & leadership Process improvement Communication & compliance enforcement Work Environment Multi-location retail environment Regular store visits and inspections Fast-paced, operations-driven setting Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary (based on experience/education level) Performance incentives Growth opportunities within multi-store operations Ongoing training and development Why Join Us? This role offers a unique opportunity to apply scientific and analytical expertise in a real-world business environment, helping create safer retail operations while driving compliance excellence.

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$20.00 - $23.50 per hour

Work Location:

In person