Job Description
Active Minerals International is seeking an innovative and proactive EHS Specialist that will drive change for environmental health and safety, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and risk mitigation within our organization. As a key member of our EHS department, reporting directly to the Regional EHS Director, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining safety and environmental programs, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment at our Aiken, SC location.
AMI offers an excellent total compensation package which includes:
- Medical/Prescription & Dental/Vision
- 401k Plan with 6% Employer Match
- 3 weeks Paid Time Off / 5 weeks Paid Time off at 5 years
- 10 paid holidays / 3 additional floating holidays
- Short & long-term disability, at no cost
- Group term life, at no cost
Active Minerals International (AMI) is a worldwide leader in specialty industrial minerals. The company specializes in the production and marketing of high purity kaolin and gel quality attapulgite clay minerals for fiberglass, concrete, plaster, paints, rubber and agriculture industries.
Position Summary:
Meet company’s primary goal of providing a safe and sustainable working environment for employees. Reduces hazards and environmental risks which prevent injury, illness, property loss, productivity loss, and associated costs.
Essential Functions:
- Safety and Environmental Compliance
- Implements and evaluates corporate EHS programs, policies, and procedures
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations
- Audits the organization’s facilities, equipment, procedures, training, and recordkeeping to identify areas of improvement
- Participates in agency regulatory inspections and/or responds to agency correspondence
- Adheres to all QMS procedures and documentation as applicable to position and department, and as required by ISO
- Collaborates with regulatory agencies and third-party organizations to maintain a thorough understanding of applicable regulations
- Collects and analyzes samples for employee exposure monitoring and environmental compliance
- Implements compliance tasks; maintains tracking of actions and compliance responsibilities
- Incident Response and Investigation
- Works with leadership to conduct accident investigations; determine root causes and recommends corrective actions
- Develops and implements corrective and preventative action plans for audits, incidents, governmental non-compliance, and any other necessary items that should be tracked for completion and effectiveness
- Training and Education
- Implements EHS training program and conducts EHS training emphasizing safe work practices and environmental stewardship
- Conducts or coordinates safety meetings for all shifts on a regular basis
- Stays informed about industry best practices and emerging trends to continually enhance training programs
- Collaboration
- Works closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and management, to integrate EHS principles into daily operations
- Collaborates with other site EHS Specialists and the Regional EHS Director to align site-specific initiatives with overall organizational goals
- Engages with team members at all levels to achieve results
- Generates reports for site leadership and employees to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Other duties and projects as assigned
If you are passionate about creating a safe and environmentally responsible workplace and possess the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a positive impact on our organization!
Job Requirements and Skill Sets:
- Associate degree in related field preferred
- 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in mining/manufacturing
- Working knowledge of MSHA standards and DOT
- Familiarity with reference standards (ACGIH / ANSI / NIOSH / NFPA / NEC / OSHA)
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and facilitate learning
- Public speaking and strong communication skills
- Proficiency with computer applications and Microsoft products
- Valid driver’s license required
- EHS certifications helpful (CSP, CMSP, ASP, OHST, MSHA Instructor, 30-hour OSHA General Industry, Visual Emissions Evaluator)
Working Conditions/Environment:
Work is split between an office setting, production environment, and field locations. Limited domestic travel may be required, approximately 20%. Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop and climb up to 70 feet. Able to lift, pull, push and carry up to 25 lbs. Manual dexterity required for operation of a computer keyboard. Respirator Fit Test is required at hire; no facial hair can interfere with the seal of the respirator at pre-hire and annual fit test screening. Vision and hearing test is also required.
“Active Minerals International is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, disability, marital status, national origin, race, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.”