Mine & Mill Safety Manager

The Doe Run Company • Viburnum, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to be a part of a team that powers the nation? Join The Doe Run Company. The Doe Run Company is seeking a Safety Manager to manage safety and risk associated with Doe Run’s SEMO Mining and Milling Division. In a proactive manner, develops, implements, and monitors the Mining and Milling Division’s safety programs to ensure a safe, healthy, and incident-free work environment. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local mandatory health and safety regulations and manages issues related to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), including, but not limited to, participating in inspections and contesting alleged enforcement actions. This position is based out of our Central Office in Viburnum, MO. The work location may change as needed to support production and business needs within the Viburnum Trend in Southeast Missouri. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, The Doe Run Company is a privately held natural resources company and one of the largest lead producers in the Western Hemisphere. Dedicated to environmentally responsible mineral and metal production, Doe Run has facilities in Missouri, Washington, and Arizona and operates one of the world's largest, single-site lead recycling facilities, located in Boss, MO.  Using innovative mining techniques, Doe Run skillfully taps one of the largest lead deposits in the world. As stewards of the mineral resources in our care, we strive to provide premium services and products to people who share our belief in enhancing the quality of life. You may view our sustainability report located at http://sustainability.doerun.com/. This position offers a competitive base pay and is eligible for the Company variable pay (bonus) plan. Benefits start on the first day and include insurance, paid time off, and various customer discount programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in facilitating a safety program.
• MSHA certification as an approved training instructor (Blue Card) or qualified to obtain within six months of hiring.
• Valid, current driver’s license.
• Prior Mining Industry experience required.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with budgeting software & ERP systems, such as Adaptive, PeopleSoft, and Ultimate.
• Ability and knowledge to conduct safety audits.
• Working knowledge of mine property and procedures.
• Experience with contesting and negotiating enforcement actions issued by MSHA.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively establish and implement strategies to successfully resolve disputes and concerns involving employee health and safety.
• Supervise multiple Safety Specialists who assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring the Mining and Milling Division’s safety programs.
• Manage the development, implementation, evaluation, and upgrading of company safety programs.
• Develop, set-up and conduct mandatory health and safety training for company employees and contractors.
• Advise and provide guidance to company management, lower-level employees, and contractors regarding mandatory health and safety standards and safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies, including MSHA; the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Missouri Mine and Cave Safety Division.
• Oversee routine and follow-up safety inspections of work areas for regulatory non-compliance and safety hazards and ensure the documentation of any identified issues; provide guidance on appropriate resolutions and recommend disciplinary action if necessary.
• Respond to emergency situations and assist in facilitating recovery and rescue efforts.
• Direct post-accident investigations and prepare written reports for senior management wherein root causes are identified, and resolutions are recommended.
• Assist and maintain mine safety reports including, operations weekly summary reports, Safe Hours Reports, etc.
• Report on safety measures and metrics to the leadership team and external regulating bodies.
• Provide advice to business management on regulatory & compliance requirements as they relate to employee health and safety and other areas as directed.
• Review and contest enforcement actions issued by MSHA as necessary, including entering into negotiations with the Office of the Solicitor for the U.S. Department of Labor; participate in rulemaking activities as well as MSHA stakeholder meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive base pay and is eligible for the Company variable pay (bonus) plan.
• Benefits start on the first day and include insurance, paid time off, and various customer discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees