{"id":1161369,"url":"https://alion.io/job/omya-health-safety-specialist","title":"Health & Safety Specialist","company":{"id":5547,"name":"Omya","domain":"omya.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/omya","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":83,"open_postings":9,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.667,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":48,"computed_at":"2026-09-23T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":64000,"max_usd":158000,"period":"year","method":"role_country_seniority_unknown","sample_n":4852},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T23:57:46Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T23:57:35Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"BASIC FUNCTION:\nOmya is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to support and promote a safe and healthy work environment at our Superior, Arizona operation. This role is responsible for accident prevention, workplace safety compliance, employee training, incident investigations, and continuous improvement of health and safety performance. The Health & Safety Specialist partners with employees, supervisors, and management to ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, company standards, and applicable regulatory requirements while fostering a strong safety-first culture across the site.\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\nWorkplace Safety & Compliance\nConduct routine workplace inspections, audits, and field observations to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and at-risk behaviors.\nPromote compliance with OSHA, MSHA, company policies, and regulatory requirements.\nMonitor safety performance and recommend corrective and preventive actions.\nSupport site safety programs, policies, procedures, and initiatives.\nMaintain safety records, reports, and compliance documentation.\nHazard Identification & Risk Management\nParticipate in hazard assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and risk evaluations.\nAssist departments in identifying and mitigating workplace risks.\nTrack and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely closure.\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives focused on risk reduction and injury prevention.\nSafety Training & Employee Engagement\nConduct safety orientations for new employees, contractors, and visitors.\nDeliver training on safe work practices, PPE requirements, and regulatory compliance.\nPromote employee engagement and participation in safety programs.\nServe as a resource for supervisors and employees on safety-related matters.\nIncident Investigation & Reporting\nInvestigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, and property damage events.\nConduct root cause analyses and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.\nPrepare thorough investigation reports and ensure appropriate documentation is maintained.\nMonitor trends and recommend improvements based on incident data.\nEmergency Preparedness & Response\nSupport the development and maintenance of emergency response plans and procedures.\nAssist with emergency drills and preparedness activities.\nEnsure emergency equipment and resources are inspected and maintained.\nParticipate in emergency response activities as required.\nRegulatory & Audit Support\nSupport internal inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.\nAssist during OSHA, MSHA, and other regulatory inspections.\nMaintain audit-ready documentation and records.\nSupport implementation of corrective actions resulting from audits and inspections.\nContinuous Improvement\nMonitor safety metrics and performance indicators.\nSupport site objectives related to safety performance and regulatory compliance.\nRecommend and implement improvements to strengthen Omya's safety culture.\nParticipate in cross-functional projects that improve operational safety and efficiency.\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation\nAssociate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Mining, or a related technical field preferred.\nEquivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.\nExperience\nMinimum 2 years of experience in a health and safety role.\nExperience in industrial manufacturing, mining, aggregates, construction, or a heavy industrial environment preferred.\nMining industry experience is strongly preferred.\nExperience conducting inspections, investigations, safety training, and compliance activities preferred.\nSkills & Knowledge\nKnowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations and compliance requirements.\nUnderstanding of hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation processes.\nExperience with root cause analysis and corrective action programs.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nStrong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.\nAbility to influence and coach employees at all levels of the organization.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications and safety reporting systems.\nWHY CANDIDATES CHOOSE OMYA:\nGlobal company with operations in more than 50 countries\n140+ years of industry leadership\nInternal advancement opportunities\nCompany values-driven organization\nSafety-first environment\nMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance\n401(k) with Company Match\nPaid Time Off & Holidays\nOMYA\nOmya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials.\nOur company was founded more than 140 years ago and remains a privately owned, independent company headquartered in Switzerland, with operations and employees located in more than 50 countries worldwide.\nThinking of Tomorrow. Together.\nWhen you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise, and experience to make a difference. Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and developing innovative mineral-based solutions that help improve everyday life. We foster a collaborative environment where employees work together toward common goals and a shared purpose.\nMaking Life Better Through Our Passion for Minerals and Chemistry\nOur purpose, combined with our values of modesty, courtesy, integrity, and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. These values guide how we work, collaborate, and conduct ourselves every day.\nAll Omya employees, partners, and suppliers are bound by a Code of Conduct that reflects our values and guides our behavior.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5590,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"associate","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Vision insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Industrial Minerals","Plastics & Polymers"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-23T23:57:46Z"}],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":48,"reasons":["conf:3","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-09-24T03:19:38Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/omya-health-safety-specialist","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/omya-health-safety-specialist.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-24T03:19:38Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}