Safety & Training Specialist (Laclede)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Comply with all company rules, policies, and safety procedures.
• Support a culture of health and safety across the facility by working alongside supervisors and experienced safety professionals to help maintain a workplace free from serious hazards.
• Learn and stay informed on new safety regulations and assist with researching requirements and preparing initial recommendations for implementation. Serve as a support resource for basic OSHA questions and compliance activities.
• Assist supervisors with incident investigations, including documentation, root cause analysis, and followup actions, with training and guidance provided.
• Support the administration of IFG's postaccident drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Assist with coordinating new employee safety training and helping integrate new hires into the workforce.
• Help maintain and update division safety policies and procedures and assist with delivering training to supervisors, managers, and employees.
• Support maintenance of the chemical product inventory in the SDS management system in partnership with the Environmental Manager and assist with processing new chemical requests.
• Assist with updating safety programs and maintaining OSHArequired documentation.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) as part of onthejob learning.
• Assist with organizing and supporting the department safety committee, including meeting coordination and documentation.
• Support the administration of Department of Labor and Idaho Forest Group apprenticeship programs, including Filer, Boiler and Kiln Operator, Heavy Duty Mechanic, and Industrial Maintenance Mechanic apprenticeships.
• Proctor apprenticeship tests and assist employees with scheduling additional classes or tutoring when needed.
• Assist with tracking apprentice progression, including hours and education requirements, and help update the RAPIDS system under guidance.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to support development and execution of the annual maintenance training calendar.
• Assist with coordinating training by working with vendors to schedule onsite and offsite training opportunities.
• Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to help track and maintain safety and maintenance training records and assist with providing training status updates to supervisors, managers, and superintendents.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support learning and development within the role.

• High School diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing, industrial, or equivalent work experience (or strong interest in entering the field)

Skills:

• Developing communication and presentation skills
• Basic organizational, planning, scheduling, and problemsolving skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to learn and build proficiency in RAPIDS
• Willingness to learn and build proficiency in Learning Management System (LMS) administration
• Foundational understanding of safety principles and OSHA requirements, or the ability to learn on the job
• Exposure to or interest in Industrial Hygiene concepts and monitoring equipment
• Ability to pass a postoffer preemployment drug and alcohol test, physical, and background check

• Associate or bachelor's degree in safety or a related field (or currently pursuing)
• Valid driver's license

• Bend at waist - occasional
• Twist upper body - occasional
• Stoop - occasional
• Lift above waist height - occasional
• Lift over 50 lbs. - rare Repetitive use of hands - constant for clerical duties
• Stand/walk - occasional
• Sit - frequent
• Vision - near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing - preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies