Assist in the development, implementation and coordination of a safety program to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions.
This position reports to the Vice President/ General Manager, interacts and advises operation managers and interacts with all employees.
An individual in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples DO NOT include all of the tasks, which the individual may be expected to perform.
- Administer and coordinate various safety programs, which include confined spaces, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, Lock Out/Tag Out, Right to Know, and other safety programs that may be required by regulatory agencies.
- Assist Human Resources in administering the drug testing program for both DOT and non-DOT employees.
- Coordinate and provide training required by MSHA, OSHA, DOT and ABI orientation. Document and provide all record keeping required by these regulatory agencies. Act as a company liaison between government regulators and be present during all regulatory inspections.
- Administer the Workers Compensation Program to include Accident Investigations, Reporting, and the Return-to-Work Program. This includes working with ABI’s Assistant Controller in coordination/ corresponding with Workers Compensation Program provider to maintain up to date records on open or closed claims/ disputes.
- Perform safety audits and provide follow through on recommendations. Represent ABI in public forums and Safety Awareness Programs.
- Submit required reports to various agencies and Knife River Corporation (KRC) relating to Safety Regulations. Maintain and publish weekly safety statistics and monthly benchmarking information. Advises senior executives and KRC of safety related issues on a timely basis.
- Provide other duties as required by the Vice President and General Manager.
- A minimum of a High School diploma and some college work is beneficial. Detailed working knowledge of health and safety regulatory requirements of OSHA, MSHA, and other agencies that are applicable to the construction materials industry.
- A minimum of two years experience with job duties primarily associated with safety management.
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Able to work productively with a wide variety of other disciplines within the company as well as regulatory and governmental representatives and the general public.
- Strong communication skills both orally and in writing, including the ability to develop written rules, standards and policy and to conduct group meetings and make group presentations.
- Interest in and ability to manage the ABI’s company safety program to enhance safe working practices and conditions throughout the company.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint) applications as well as the internet.
- This position requires travel between Anchorage, Palmer and Fairbanks on a regular basis.
- Personal transportation and a valid Alaska driver’s license.
- Paid vacation time and sick leave.
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision insurance. Disability and Life insurance.
- 401(k) Plan. Bonus Plan & Profit Sharing Plan (dependent on hours worked).
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Car allowance.
Please apply online or send cover letter and resume to:
Alaska Basic Industries
Attn. Ryan Zins, V.P. & General Manager
1040 O'Malley Road, Anchorage, AK 99515
Fax: (907) 344-2844
[email protected]
ABI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected status. ABI is a drug free work place; passing a drug and alcohol test will be required prior to employment. Random drug testing during employment.
