Regional Safety Manager

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Regional Safety Manager based out of our Chandler, AZ office. The position requires an individual with 3+ years’ experience working in a safety capacity in the mining industry. Strong knowledge and experience working with MSHA regulations are required. The position will also oversee safety programs, training, compliance with regulations, accident investigations, PPE management, safety inspections, and corrective actions, and MSHA reporting while fostering a safety culture. This role is responsible for leading safety initiatives, conducting training and safety briefings, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, performing safety inspections, managing PPE, handling accident investigations, coordinating safety programs, and maintaining safety records while supporting plant operations and fostering a culture of safety.

Day to Day

• Champion ARC100 (internal safety initiative) through plant Arcosa Safety Briefings (ASB), one-on-ones with employees and any other opportunity.
• Serve as safety support to all employees.
• Perform New/Experienced Miner Training at the Western Region office. Review all applicable documentation for completeness.
• Purchase and maintain PPE for QC1 and new hires.
• Interact and communicate with MSHA, OSHA and other regulatory authorities as necessary.
• Attend one ASB at a different plant each week.
• Partner with supervisors, plant, and equipment operators to develop and ensure safe equipment operating techniques.
• Obtain employee hourly reports from HR and enter monthly in Arcosa’s AIC system.
• Compile and submit quarterly MSHA 7000-2 reports for all MSHA-related plants.
• Compile OSHA 300 information and post annually.
• Serve as principal source of information on safety issues to hold all employees accountable to safety policies, procedures, and programs. Maintain compliance with all Arcosa and Government regulations.
• Provide and ensure compliance with information, signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions.
• Respond to accidents. Perform drug tests. Take pictures, interview, and write up incident reports. Determine the root causes, hazards, and implement solutions.
• Ensures the implementation, administration, and maintenance of all safety and health programs.
• Initiates, documents, and monitors corrective actions for adherence to safety systems.
• Determine corrective or preventative measures, assign responsibility, and follow up to ensure the corrective measures have been implemented.
• Head the safety team to empower employees to become safety leaders.
• Conduct periodic plant safety inspections to ensure safety procedures are in place and detect existing potential accidents and health hazards.
• Update and maintain the Emergency Evacuation Plan for each facility.
• Periodically train employees in proper procedures and conduct periodic emergency evacuation drills to ensure planning is effective in practice. Employees should know the placement of all fire extinguishers, stretchers and blankets, and first aid kits.
• Assist with the establishment of additional PPE requirements based on the job-specific requirements.
• Maintain safety training records.
• Cross training in scale house operations for additional coverage.
• Other safety-related tasks as needed

About You 

• Knowledge of the following regulations:
  • Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  • Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
  • American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  • Arizona Workers Compensation Regulations
• Prefer 3+ years’ safety experience in the mining industry.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective internal and external business relationships.
• Ability to deal with situations involving sensitive and confidential company information.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects in a timely manner.
• To be self-driven with the ability to make decisions and operate independently with respect to complex issues and business requirements as well as function effectively in a team environment.
• The ability to utilize good judgement and sound reasoning.
• The ability to exercise creative, innovative, and effective problem solving.
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record to be insured for a company vehicle.
• To be dependable (at work when needed, on time, etc.).
• To have integrity and be able to hold yourself accountable.
• Actively promote a safety mindset
  • When you see something, say something. Stop any unsafe acts, mitigate any unsafe situations, and take corrective action immediately.
  • Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc. as required.
  • Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
  • Participate in ASBs, safety committees and initiatives as assigned

Working Conditions

• Work environment includes plants, mobile equipment, warehouses, production, and non-production areas.
• This position may require work coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays.
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant.
• Must be able to meet all MSHA safety requirements.
• Must be able to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including consistent heat in excess of 110 degrees, cold. Rain, etc.
• A typical work schedule consists of daytime hours Monday through Friday but may be required to work nights and or weekends.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, pull, push, as well as bend and lift up to 80 pounds frequently and consistently throughout the day.

Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.