Safety Representative Position Available In Knox, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Safety Representative position at Martin Marietta involves collaborating with operations in East Tennessee to ensure plant safety compliance. Responsibilities include safety administration, training, auditing, and promoting the Guardian Angel Safety Culture. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, 1-3 years of safety experience, MSHA Part-46 knowledge, and the ability to travel 50% of the time. The company offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.
Job Description
Description Position Summary Reporting to the Safety Manager, the Safety Representative is required to collaborate with many individuals in operations in the East Tennessee market. The Safety Representative is responsible for the daily safety and health tasks required to support plant operations compliance. This includes safety and health administration, training, auditing and providing direction for location safety and health compliance. In addition, the position is responsible for assisting with training of current employees with Martin Marietta’s Guardian Angel Safety Culture as established. Conduct facility safety audits primarily for MSHA sites, as well as some OSHA sites. Reviews & communicates injury & liability loss trends and root cause analysis to their assigned operations groups. Requirements Schedule and lead new hire orientation for all plant and mine hourly employees On a frequent basis, perform plant inspections and conduct follow up sessions with plant leadership to address findings. Conduct Part 46 training at assigned quarries and mines On a monthly basis, lead assigned local quarry and mine safety audits, track results, provide local leadership with continuous improvement options and follow up on all action items Lead and/or review all local property damage analysis Lead or provide direction to all assigned location incident investigations Complete workers’ compensation administration based on company expectations for all assigned locations Complete all safety center administration on observations and near misses for all assigned locations Monthly, provide location leadership an update on safety audits, observations and near misses with follow up on all open action items Assist in the development of annual refresher training and participate in the training process Participate in the annual review Part 46 training plans and ensure compliance with MSHA regulations Coordinate annual SOMA Industrial Hygiene assessments and training for all locations Assist in identification, analysis and control of occupational hazards requiring the application of hazard resolution Participate in developing department goals, objectives and systems Ensures compliance with safety policies and procedures Maintains OSHA logs Perform all other related duties as assigned by Safety Manager 50% travel required for role Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent experience 1-3 years of safety-related experience ASP, OHST, or CHST certifications preferred Strong knowledge of MSHA Part-46 regulations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong presentation skills for formal meetings Must be highly organized and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail are essential Proficient in Microsoft Office suite A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta’s Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications. At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company’s future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you’ll know what it’s like to be respected, challenged and rewarded. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Health Care Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Plan Paid Holidays and Vacation 401(k) with Company matching Pension Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Options Employee Life Insurance Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance Business Travel Accident Insurance Direct Deposit Payroll Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan College Scholarship Program – for dependent children Matching Gift Program New Auto Purchase Discount Plans At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.