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Machine Safety Specialist

The PAC Group
Location
United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Health and Safety
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Relevant experience in machinery safety, industrial safety, automation, controls, engineering or risk assessment
  • Experience working within manufacturing, logistics, automation, warehousing, material handling or similar industrial environments
  • Ability to identify hazards and recommend practical risk-reduction measures
  • Strong technical report-writing and documentation skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, operations personnel and client stakeholders
  • Comfortable working independently during short-duration site deployments
Nice to have
  • CMSE – Certified Machinery Safety Expert or equivalent
  • TÜV Functional Safety qualification or similar
  • Engineering, EHS or machinery-safety qualification
  • OSHA 30 or equivalent safety qualification
  • Previous machinery risk-assessment experience
What the job really is

The Machine Safety Specialist role involves conducting machinery risk assessments and operational risk assessments across various industrial environments in the USA and Mexico. The specialist will work independently on short-term assignments, inspecting machinery, engaging with engineering teams, and producing detailed risk-assessment documentation. Responsibilities include evaluating safety measures, identifying hazards, and supporting the implementation of risk-reduction strategies during client deployments.

Benefits
  • Competitive hourly rate up to $50 USD/hour
  • Per diem during applicable deployments
  • Flights and required project travel
  • Hotel / accommodation
  • Approved ground transportation and travel expenses
  • Project-specific technical guidance and documentation templates
Things to weigh
  • Contract position with a fixed-term of 3 to 6 months
  • Travel required for short-duration assignments, typically 1–2 weeks
  • Role involves working independently in various operational facilities
  • No salary listed beyond the hourly rate; compensation is experience-dependent
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Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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