Safety & Training Specialist (Laclede)

Idaho Forest Group•Laclede, ID

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Safety & Training Specialist s erves as a key technical resource to develop and implement the health and safety program and apprenticeship training program . Ensures that working conditions at the site meet applicable federal and state laws . D evelops and implements procedures and activities that will control and reduce losses at the site . Manages the completion of mandatory training and continuing education , maintaining accurate recor d s and administering the Department of Labor and Idaho Forest Group apprenticeship programs .

Requirements

High School d iploma
Skills: Strong communication and presentation skills
O rganizational, planning, scheduling and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Intermediate proficiency in RAPIDS .
Intermediate proficiency in Learning Management System (LMS) administration .
Knowledge of safety principles and OSHA requirements.
Knowledge of Industrial Hygiene including monitoring equipment (pumps, dosimeters, calibrators).
Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test , post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check .

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in safety or related field
Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Com ply with all company rules and regulations
Provide health and safety leadership and ensure a workplace free from serious hazards with a culture of health and safety across the facility.
Research and stay well informed on new regulations and develop initial recommendations for their implementation.
Act as a resource to handle concerns regarding OSHA procedures and compliance.
Train and w ork with supervisors to perform incident investigations, including root cause analysis and follow-up .
Administer and ensure compliance with IFG’s post-accident drug and alcohol testing requirements
Manage new employee safety training and integration into the workforce.
Maintain and update division safety policies and procedures, providing training to supervisors, managers, and employees.
Ma intain chemical product inventory in the SDS management system in partnership with the Environmental Manager and approve new chemical requests.
Update safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA documentation requirements .
Develop and implement Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) and Safe Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
Manage and facilitate the department safety committee .
Facilitate Department of Labor and Idaho Forest Group apprenticeship programs, including Filer, Boiler and Kiln Operator, Heavy Duty Mechanic, and Industrial Maintenance Mechanic a pprentice ships .
Proctor tests for apprenticeship programs and assist employees in scheduling additional classes or tutoring if needed.
Manage progression ensuring apprentices meet program timelines (hours and education) and update the RAPIDS system as needed (add, remove, or complete apprentices).
Collaborate with the Maintenance Training Specialist to build and implement the annual maintenance training calendar .
Initiate contact with and work with vendors to bring training to the facility and schedule offsite training.
Utilize our Learning Management System (LMS) to d evelop , t rack , and maintain maintenance and safety training records.
Regularly update supervisors, managers , and superintendent on employees’ training status.
Other duties as needed .