What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety & Health Technician position at Nammo Defense Systems, Inc Career Center?
Job Summary:
The safety and health technician is responsible for assisting the HESS manager with developing safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and training employees on safety practices. This position is essential for implementing and monitoring compliance with safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and to prevent occupational accidents and injuries.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Conduct worksite audits to identify potential risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• General knowledge of regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT, RCRA, DoD 4145.26M, and DoD 5100.76M
• regulations and other federal, state, county and city regulations and codes preferred.
• Will observe operations to identify compliance with procedure controls.
• Prepare written reports and procedures working closely with HESS Manager and consultants.
• Will support hazard analysis activities and implementing environmental, health, and safety improvements.
• Investigate workplace accidents and complaints.
• Will provide assistance and escort contractors and consultants as needed.
• Sustain 5S standards.
• Ability to obtain/maintain BATF approval to work with our products.
• Other duties as required
Job Qualifications:
• Experience in manufacturing and/or explosives industries preferred.
• Proficient working knowledge of all MS Office Suite products.
• DOT Hazmat and RCRA HAZWOPER certifications (may be completed after hire).
• Ability to prepare comprehensive written reports.
• Excellent speaking and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of industrial work processes, material handling techniques, and proper management of hazardous materials.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance and ATF approval to handle products.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license by the time of hire.
• HAZWOPER yearly certification must be maintained/renewed throughout employment (employer-paid).
• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Must have the manual dexterity of hands and body to operate office equipment, motor vehicles,
hiking/walking in varied terrain outdoors.
• Must be able to manage frequent interruptions, high work volumes, multiple tasks, team-oriented activities
and prompt decision-making.
• Must constantly maintain concentration, accuracy, ethical behavior, and a professional demeanor.
• Must be able to file and lift/carry/push and/or pull 50 lb
**Note**: Due to US Export Control laws and regulations; applicants selected for employment must show proof of a U.S. Person status before employment may begin.
