Occupational Health and Safety Specialist

ASGCO engineers, manufactures, distributes a wide array of conveyor and screening components, all specifically designed for the above ground and underground mining, aggregate, cement, recycling, bulk shipping terminals, pulp and paper, recycling, food processing and other bulk material handling industries. We focus on providing exceptional products and service to our customers with the best solutions to their conveyor and screening material handling applications.

We are seeking an EHS Specialist that will be responsible for safety processes and related programs at all ASGCO sites. We are looking for someone that proactively educates employees on Federal and State safety regulations, coordinates and directs safety and related legal activities (MSHA, OSHA, and DOT) and represents ASGCO with outside agencies and inspectors. This position is responsible for managing risk by inspecting work areas inside as well as out on job sites to determine potential safety and health hazards, identifying safety and health issues and reducing and eliminating unsafe working conditions and ensuring compliance with Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Priority on overseeing supervision in incident/accident investigation
• Assist supervision in training all employees in the basics of Loss Control
• Must possess the ability to lead and motivate associates
• Proactively address Employee safety issues in a positive manner that builds trust with employee
• Work with management to develop annual safety budget
• Lead the investigation and root cause analysis for safety and health incidents in a timely manner
• Responsible for record-keeping and other documentation related to company health and safety requirements
• Work with location safety managers to perform audits, and stay in compliance with DOT, OSHA, MSHA, etc.
• Work closely with management and HR to manage all worker’s compensation claims
• Must be a team-player and possess the ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers on all levels and be able to work with diverse groups
• Conduct emergency calls
• Implement boiler plate pre-qualified forms for contract works
• Perform as Safety Leader on field service jobs as required
• Actively monitor and audit work processes and practices for safety compliance and coach employees to follow best safety practices
• Prepare and communicate findings and recommend corrective actions on all safety issues
• Comply with all company policies and procedures in the shop and in the field
• Oversee third party random drug screening companywide
• Address employee safety concerns in a professional manner
• Provide accurate interpretation of MSHA regulations
• Proactively identify and interpret new and existing laws, rules and regulations necessary for development and interpretation
• Provide the necessary reporting to state mining authorities in those states where we conduct business
• Knowledge to apply Federal, State and Company safety requirements to job-site practices
• Other job duties as assigned by management

Minimum Requirements:

• College degree required
• Occupational Safety & Environmental Health degree preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in industrial safety related field leading and implementing safety programs with supervisory experience preferred
• MSHA card holder preferred
• OSHA 10 and 30 certified instructor
• Familiar coordinating and reporting to third party compliance groups i.e. Browz, Aveda, ISN, etc.
• Travel to job-sties and all ASGCO facilities as required
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft platform, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Demonstrated experience in accident prevention, safety auditing, safety/health compliance, and performance
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated competency in adapting to change
• Self-motivated and willing to devote time to training programs
• Must be hardworking, dedicated, and a fast learner
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks is a plus

Criteria/Conditions

• Work is performed in various industrial settings and environments, including: shop, mining, and construction which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles.
• While performing the duties of this job, you will be required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, gloves and other required protective equipment as required.
• ASGCO, Inc promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.

Opportunities:

ASGCO offers a competitive base salary with a progressive benefits package, including 401(k) and profit sharing, college tuition plans, health care, as well as, an opportunity for professional growth.

Is it Right for You?

We are looking for reliable, highly motivated, qualified individuals with a good track record, someone looking for a future within the company, and are willing to put the time in. You MUST be a team player as well as take PRIDE in you work.

Safety – Quality – Productivity

This is an opportunity to become part of a very progressive company with tremendous opportunity for growth. If you are interested in employment that will provide you with an exciting work environment and the chance to work with great people, please apply now!

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of ASGCO Manufacturing Inc