Health and Safety Technician

MP Materials • Fort Worth, TX

18d

About The Position

The Health and Safety Technician is an entry-level position in the Health and Safety Specialist series and serves as the EHS Department’s on-the-ground presence at MP Magnetics’ site. The technician interfaces and coordinates with the EHS team, contractors, and other MP departments. The role supports workplace inspections, hazard controls, safety programs, incident investigations, industrial hygiene monitoring, training and records, and emergency preparedness. Off-shift, weekend, and overtime work are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Effective communication, attention to detail, and teamwork; ability to follow procedures and complete assigned tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic records.
• Valid driver’s license for company vehicle use.
• Willingness to complete required training.

Nice To Haves

• Related job-site work experience in a chemical, mining, petroleum, heavy industrial/manufacturing, or government setting.
• Safety, manufacturing, chemical, or construction experience.
• Related degree or coursework.
• OSHA 10- or 30-hour training.
• Forklift training.
• First Aid/CPR/AED training and certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete a task with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of production, maintenance, construction, and contractor work; document hazards, escalate urgent concerns, and track corrective actions through closure.
• Assist with Safety Task Assessments, job hazard analyses, Permit-to-Work reviews, and simultaneous operations planning; verify required controls and communicate deficiencies.
• Support PPE, respiratory protection, lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection, machine guarding, chemical safety, and mobile equipment programs using approved procedures.
• Provide contractor orientations and field oversight; coordinate safety concerns with project managers, supervisors, maintenance, and the EHS team.
• Assist incident and near-miss investigations by collecting statements, photographs, and records; enter findings and follow up on preventive actions.
• Support industrial hygiene sampling and noise or gas monitoring; inspect, check, and maintain assigned monitoring equipment as trained.
• Coordinate training, deliver approved orientations and toolbox talks, and maintain training matrices, inspection records, safety metrics, and Gensuite data.
• Inspect emergency equipment, eyewash stations, spill kits, and safety supplies; support drills and emergency response within training and authorization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED