Safety Specialist

SAFETY SPECIALIST# SAFETY SPECIALIST Hot Job Bartlesville, OK 74006

Start Date   06/25/2026## Overview Position Type Full Time## Description# About Blue Whale Materials Blue Whale Materials is an American recycling company producing a source of domestic critical minerals from battery material. We are building lithium-ion battery recycling facilities producing a high-quality black mass containing cobalt, nickel, manganese, and lithium in the first stage of a closed-loop solution for lithium-ion battery manufacturers.

Blue Whale Materials has established its first recycling plant in Bartlesville, OK. As we grow, we are seeking talented and motivated candidates to join our team. Compensation is based on experience.#

Position Overview The Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving the Environmental, Health & Safety programs at Blue Whale Materials' battery recycling facility. This role ensures that all operations comply with applicable regulatory requirements while fostering a proactive safety culture on the plant floor. The ideal candidate brings hands-on EHS experience in an industrial or chemical processing environment, the technical knowledge to manage hazardous materials safely, and the interpersonal skills to drive safety ownership at every level of the organization.#

Key Responsibilities ## Safety Program Management
* Develop, implement, and maintain site-level safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication (Haz Com), Confined Space Entry, Hot Work, and PPE programs.
* Conduct regular site inspections and walkthroughs to identify hazards, document findings, and drive corrective actions to closure.
* Lead incident investigations (near-misses, first aids, recordables) using root-cause analysis methodologies; track corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
* Maintain OSHA 300/300A logs and ensure timely recording and reporting of all recordable incidents.
* Develop and update Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Safe Work Procedures in collaboration with supervisors and operators.## Regulatory Compliance
* Ensure site compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state/local EHS regulations governing battery recycling and chemical processing operations.
* Manage hazardous waste programs in accordance with RCRA requirements, including proper labeling, storage, manifesting, and disposal.
* Coordinate DOT hazardous materials shipping compliance for all regulated outbound material, including black mass and ancillary waste streams.
* Support environmental permits (air, water, stormwater) and assist with required reporting and recordkeeping.
* Prepare for and facilitate regulatory inspections; maintain a state of continuous audit readiness.## Training & Safety Culture
* Develop and deliver safety training programs for new hire onboarding and ongoing workforce development, ensuring all personnel are trained to applicable standards.
* Facilitate toolbox talks, shift safety briefings, and hands-on demonstrations to reinforce safe behaviors at the point of work.
* Champion a zero-incident safety culture by building trust with front-line employees, encouraging near-miss reporting, and recognizing safe behaviors.
* Coordinate and document all required EHS training activities; maintain training records and track completion against compliance schedules.
* Partner with Operations leadership to integrate safety into daily production routines and pre-shift planning.## Emergency Preparedness & Response
* Develop and maintain the site Emergency Action Plan (EAP), including evacuation routes, assembly points, and emergency contact protocols.
* Coordinate with local emergency responders (fire, HAZMAT) to ensure mutual understanding of site hazards and…