Senior Field Safety Technician

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
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Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic Safety Technician to lead critical safety initiatives and develop comprehensive control programs for one of the most advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States. The successful candidate will identify potential hazards and implement effective mitigation strategies while collaborating with a diverse team to foster a world-class safety culture. As part of a collaborative EHS team, you will drive continuous improvement in safety awareness to support our mission as a global leader in manufacturing technology.
Role and Responsibilities
Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:
Perform daily on‑site safety observations, verify that OSHA regulations and SAS Site Safety Programs are being followed. Participate in graded fieldwalks, pre‑task‑plan reviews, Tier I Category B audits, and inspections.
Attend contractors & vendors safety meetings, contribute to the Safety‑related Task Force Team (TFT) and other EHS support activities.
Incident Response: Serve as the first responder for all on‑site injuries/incident reports. • Conduct initial investigations, gather critical information, and document findings promptly.
Scaffolding Oversight: Act as a Scaffolding Competent Person – inspect scaffolding systems and provide OSHA‑compliant sign‑off.
Compliance Assurance: Execute Tier I audits and inspections per the EHS Tiered Audit Program (EHS‑090). Identify non‑compliances, escalate them appropriately, and ensure supporting documentation is completed for closure.
Leading Safety Metric (LSM) KPI: Review and approve LSM actions and projects across multiple EHS programs on a quarterly basis. Track progress against KPI targets and report outcomes.
Skills and Qualifications
Here's what you'll need:
Minimum 7+ years in Health & Safety roles.
Associate of Science degree (preferred).
Pursuing a recognized safety credential (e.g., CHST, CSHO, ASP, etc.) is a strong plus.
Hazardous Materials & Regulations – Solid understanding of hazardous‑material handling, associated regulations, and NIOSH standards.
Management System Standards – Working knowledge of: OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), ISO 50001 (Energy Management), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety)
OSHA – Familiarity with OSHA regulatory requirements and reporting guidelines.
Microsoft Office – Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
The current base salary range for this role is between $31.00 - $46.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.
Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
Wellness incentives and MORE
Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
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