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Sparrow Company LLC

EHS Specialist (MSHA)

Sparks, NV · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Review Near Misses/Hazard Observations to see trends and develop training from the data. * Assist in inspections from MSHA. * Conduct and assist in New Hire Training and other safety/environmental ...

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An MSHA job typically refers to a role related to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), which enforces safety regulations in mining operations. MSHA jobs can include inspectors, safety trainers, engineers, and compliance officers who work to ensure workplace safety and regulatory adherence. These roles often involve inspecting mines, investigating accidents, and providing safety training to miners. Many positions require knowledge of federal mining laws and may involve fieldwork in potentially hazardous environments.

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EHS Specialist (MSHA)

Sparrow Company LLC

Sparks, NV • On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Position Summary:

This position will be a dual role reporting and providing assistance to the Plant Environmental Manager and Plant Health and Safety Manager. The Environment Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist will be responsible for assisting in developing and implementing safety programs that protect workers and the environment from hazardous conditions. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of environmental science and the ability to develop and implement policies and procedures. In addition, you will also be responsible for conducting audits and inspections, as well as providing training on environmental health and safety topics.

Nature and Scope

  • Fill in for the Environmental Manager when needed.
  • Fill in for the Safety Manager when needed.
  • SDS review and auditing.
  • Review Near Misses/Hazard Observations to see trends and develop training from the data.
  • Assist in inspections from MSHA.
  • Conduct and assist in New Hire Training and other safety/environmental task training.
  • Plant inspections and observations of employees working.
  • Monthly safety and environmental inspections.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development, implementation, and management of environmental health and safety programs.
  • Provide support to management and supervisors on issues dealing with training, environment, health, and safety.
  • Ensuring that these programs are effective and compliant with all relevant regulations.
  • Conducting audits and inspections
  • Providing training on environmental health and safety topics
  • Working with departments to create and support safe and environmentally compliant working conditions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Excellent communication skills
  • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Timely and sound decision-making skills
  • A strong understanding of environmental science
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • The ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
  • Post secondary diploma or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
  • Experience in manufacturing
  • Experience in training/facilitation.
  • Familiarity with Mine Safety Health Administration (MSHA)
  • Use of Microsoft documents, information, data, presentation software (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)

Requirements

- BS degree in engineering preferred, physical science, chemistry, or environmental related field.

- Familiarity in environmental (in a manufacturing or consulting setting), including permitting and compliance experience in Air, Water, & Waste permits

- Strong project management skills.

- Very good written and verbal communication skills.

- Commitment to the highest standards of safe work habits.

- Knowledge of the National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for the Portland Cement and Hazardous Waste Combustor Industries a plus.

- Experience in the Cement Industry a plus.