Safety Specialist

MLC • Sainte Genevieve, MO

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About The Position

The Safety Specialist plays a critical role in advancing MLC’s safety culture by
supporting regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and continuous improvement
initiatives, with exposure to mining and manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field OR equivalent safety experience
• Experience: Previous MSHA and/or OSHA‑regulated manufacturing or industrial environments
• Skills: Attention to Detail. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all organizational levels. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to respond to emergencies, including off‑shift and weekend support when needed

Nice To Haves

• MSHA Training Instructor Certification (IS, IU)
• Underground mining experience
• Experience conducting Industrial Hygiene sampling and health monitoring
• Familiarity with web‑based safety systems (e.g., Dakota or similar platforms)
• Strong attention to detail and data management skills

Responsibilities

• Support the execution and continuous improvement of MLC’s safety and health programs and metrics
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, and company safety standards
• Partner with employees and leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace risks
• Conduct safety inspections, investigations, and corrective action follow‑up for plants, mines, and contractors
• Coordinate and participate in MSHA regulatory inspections and related follow‑up
• Develop, update, and train on safety standards and procedures
• Deliver OSHA/MSHA training and support learning teams to reduce incident recurrence
• Maintain safety data, reporting, incentive programs, and Industrial Hygiene sampling (noise, dust, DPM, welding fumes)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees