Safety Specialist

Job Summary Education / Experience / Knowledge Education: B.S. Degree in related field preferred or equivalent experience Experience: Minimum 5 years experience or equivalent demonstrating strong results in safety program implementation and training programs Knowledge: Strong understanding of MSHA regulations relating to manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Responsible for coordinating and conducting training activities at all locations for MSHA, OSHA, and SGI training requirements. Develop new training materials for all Part 46 training requirements and other training as required. Responsible for scheduling and conducting Industrial Hygiene sampling at all locations per the SGI IH sampling plan. Work with plants to develop new and update existing JSA’s, SOP’s or FMEA’s. Facilitate MSHA training, MSDS, and MSHA Citation databases and update reporting structures to ensure compliance with all regulatory and SGI requirements. Schedule and conduct New Miner Training for all plants through on-site training or Adobe Connect sessions. Schedule and conduct Annual Refresher training for all plants through on-site courses. Conduct Task training classes as coordinated through plants. Develop task training database/spreadsheet for mobile equipment and operations. Conduct IH sampling at all plants based on SGI IH sampling plan distributed by Corporate. Work with plants/training teams to develop task training materials for all required task training. Coordinate and develop MSDS database for all plants to ensure database is current and accessible. During site visits, conduct contractor audits to ensure compliance with SGI Contractor Safety Handbook. Work with plants to schedule Examinetics annual medical testing and ensure retests and notifications are completed timely. Coordinate and manage database for all SGI MSHA required training and develop process for plants to receive and access current information. Core Competencies Strong cost improvement initiatives driven through continuous improvement practices along with total employee involvement. Ability to review training process for content, presentation methods, and effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement. Strong communication skills, presentation, verbal, and written. Ability to work in a team environment. Possess skills to drive change. Work well in difficult and timely situations. Ability to manage fluid travel schedule and be flexible as necessary. Physical Requirements Ability to make oral presentations. Prolonged standing. Bending. Travel – Domestic 70%. Climbing. Prolonged sitting. Computer. Kneeling. MSHA. Extended or irregular hours. Benefits We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). EEO Statement SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. #J-18808-Ljbffr