Safety Leadperson

Position Summary 

The Safety Lead is responsible for the daily safety and health tasks required to support plant operations compliance. 

Requirements

• Participate in new hire orientation for all plant and hourly employees
• Participate in and review periodic JSA, SLAM and/or STORM. Ensure these processes are being completed by employees and contractors.
• Conduct site specific training with visitors, vendors and contractors.
• Review training documentation of employees and contractor employees to ensure MSHA training and applicable task training requirements are completed.
• Conduct daily site audits to ensure identification of potential hazards
• Follow-up work place exams to ensure completion.
• Assist DSR in investigation as necessary.
• Assist DSR with MSHA P46 Training as necessary (New Miner, Newly Hired Experience and Annual Refresher). This is limited to conducting training not management of program.  
• Conduct Site Specific Training. Co-manage program with DSR.
• Collaborate with Safety Mentors regularly to aid in norming newly-hired employees to culture.
• Organize and lead group safety meetings.
• Participate in tailgate meetings where feasible.
• Conduct training on completion of pre-job safety (JSA, SLAM, STORM)
• Conduct pre-job safety (JSA, SLAM, STORM) on non-routine jobs/tasks (especially where contractors are involved).
• Review and maintain contractor listing.
• Coordinate all vendor activity for PPE, first aid kits, fire extinguishers. Aid site management with management of safety supplies/vending machine. Request/suggest new or different PPE and supplies as necessary.
• Engage in pre-job inspection with all non-routine contractors.
• Spot check equipment pre-shift inspections with employees.
• Conduct daily observations of work habits, processes and procedures.
• Travel between sites within area of responsibilities, as applicable.
• Review/observe for unique hazards (water, pits, etc..).
• Conduct observations/audits of different shifts of operations.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associates degree in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of safety-related experience
• Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) and/or Safety Health and Environmental Professional (SHEP) certifications preferred
• Strong knowledge of MSHA 30 CFR Part 46/48 and OSHA 1910 General Industry

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation skills for formal meetings
• Must be highly organized and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail are essential
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite 

Salary : $56,900 - $72,000