Regional Health & Safety Specialist

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Job Summary

POSITION TITLE: Regional Health & Safety (H&S) Specialist

LOCATION: Gleason, TN with travel to Crenshaw, MS

JOB SUMMARY:

The H&S Specialist supports all aspects of the H&S regulatory compliance at Imerys’ PMA Processing Sites & Mines in Gleason, TN and Crenshaw, MS. The position supports development, implementation and administration of H&S compliance programs, regulatory analysis, compliance with permits/licenses, audits, industrial hygiene workplace sampling and other aspects of H&S management.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administer a wide range of EHS compliance and training programs at both MSHA and OSHA facilities.
Assist in accident investigations and assist site leadership with incident management
Compile, analyze and interpret statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents to assess high risk areas
Manage industrial hygiene testing and analysis of workplace chemical and physical hazards and recommend controls that will reduce potential exposures.
Conduct H&S regular audits/inspections of facilities and support corrective actions.
Facilitate both Pre and Post Event Learning Teams
Enablon Management (training users, reporting, data entry, etc.)
Coordinate/participate in MSHA & OSHA compliance inspections.
H&S Red-On-Line Legal Registry Management Updates
Workers Compensation (submit claims and work with adjuster)
Actively participate in Site’s Safety Committees.
Develop, Implement, and maintain all aspects of the Imerys Safety System and the associated protocols.
Build Strong relationships with site management to ensure responsibility for all aspects of the Imerys Health & Safety System are established

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate technical discipline (such as Environmental, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related area) OR

Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum 2 years Relevant Health and Safety Experience in Mining and/or Heavy Industry preferred

Working knowledge of Federal and State H&S regulations.
EHS certifications are beneficial but not required.
Union Experience is beneficial.
Approximately 35% travel

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.