Safety Supervisor

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

This opening will be accepting applications until October 20,2024.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Safety Supervisor will provide direct Health and Safety support to the Montevallo & Brierfield locations.  

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Responsible for compliance with MSHA regulations including employee training, delivery, and documentation.

• Maintain records in accordance with company/location policy
• Lead on all accident and incident investigations for facilities in area of responsibility.
• Assist Health and Safety with reports to Workers’ Compensation and monitor Workers’ Compensation claims.
• Assist Health and Safety in the completion and submittal of any company, local, state or federal agency reports.
• Provide the necessary documentation to Regional Safety Manager and Plant Manager to demonstrate personnel training
• Train employees on relevant procedures, practices, and regulations

 Safety Program

• Perform routine inspections of site and equipment
• Coordinate safety recognition programs for consistency
• Develop a system to periodically review and audit health and safety programs
• Coordinate safety committee functions
• Develop and assist in delivering routine safety meetings.
• Perform / Assist in the development of Task Training checklist and work with managers to develop safe and compliant work procedures.
• Oversee site Safety Management System.

Assist/Manage the analysis of compliance programs and develop best practices.

• Provide front end input for safety and compliance on all capital projects, equipment or process changes.
• Ensure compliance and maintenance of company/site safety procedures.
• Implement and audit company safety standards.

Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Knowledgeable of state and federal laws, regulations, and agencies (MSHA, DOT), the regulatory process, and the procedure for obtaining information is preferred. 
• Ability to influence change with key personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong interaction skills with regulatory inspectors including accompaniment on inspections and follow-up activities as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate on all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs and correcting safety issues. 
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
• Consistently provide professional, friendly assistance to hourly employees, executives, customers, consultants, and fellow co-workers at all times.
• Strong organizational skills required for thorough follow through of multiple projects involving an extensive network of departments and people.
• Must be capable of working overtime, weekends or holidays, if needed.
• Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint software.

Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working in an office environment, mining, and mineral processing environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions:  Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.  
• Travel up to 15% maybe required at times. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION: