Job: Safety Specialist

Estes Energetics, along with its subsidiary Goex Industries, is an American manufacturer of black powder, chemicals, and rocket motors. Our agile and experienced team is proud to make products that support the Department of Defense, strengthen domestic production, preserve history, serve hunting and shooting sports enthusiasts, and ignite a passion for rocketry in our youth. Whether we’re performing research into energetic materials and products, or standing up American-made production, count on us to find a solution.

Summary

Estes Energetics is seeking a safety and compliance specialist to help keep us safe as we manufacture solid rocket motors, chemicals, and other aerospace systems. You will be tasked with improving and executing our safety and compliance programs, tracking new and upcoming requirements, and staying up to date on industry trends. We are a rapidly growing company and this position will provide growth opportunities to a qualified and ambitious candidate.  

Essential Functions  

• Ensure the safety of employees and the manufacturing plant at Estes Energetics by maintaining and improving safety programs. 
• Maintain compliance with the following requirements and regulations, and other similar ones that may arise: 
• OSHA regulations, including Process Safety Management program 
• ATF explosives regulations and state equivalent regulations 
• Department of Transportation HAZMAT transportation regulations 
• DODM 4145.26 DOD Contractor’s Safety Manual for Ammunition and Explosives 
• DODM 5100.76 Physical Security of Sensitive Conventional Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) 
• ISO 9001 
• AS9100 
• Seek ways to continually improve the safety of the operation, processes, and equipment 
• Perform risk and hazard analyses of existing and new operations, ranging across, research, development, manufacturing, and testing 
• Maintain, write, and implement policies and procedures 
• Ensure compliance with environment, health, and safety regulations 
• Act as liaison with relevant authorities 

Competencies, Experience, and Education   

Required 

• Five years of experience as a safety specialist or similar role 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Excellent ability to adhere to and enforce schedules and procedures, including through informal leadership 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Ability to learn and retain technical concepts in chemical and mechanical engineering 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines 
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software 
• Education, certification, or previous experience in a safety-related field 

Desired 

• Experience with explosives 
• Prior experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and or chemical industries 
• Experience with other hazardous materials 
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 

Work Environment 

The work will primarily be in an office and manufacturing environment, including outdoors. 

Physical Demands 

• Sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer 
• Use of mouse/computer keyboard 
• May have to lift up to 50 pounds 
• Frequent movement through a manufacturing environment 
• Use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the work location                                                                                   

Travel 

Travel will be rarely expected. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position. Typical workdays are Monday to Friday. Employees are expected to work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional overtime may be required during busy periods. 

Benefits 

Estes Energetics maintains a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Individual coverage health reimbursement account (ICHRA) 
• Life and disability insurance – 100% paid by company 
• 401(k) retirement plan – 7% match 
• Single, comprehensive paid time off (PTO) policy
• 8 paid Holidays                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Work Authorization 

Must be a US citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b. 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Program 

Estes Energetics provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Additional information is available at: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.