Health and Safety Technician

Hourly Rate : $33.00/hour - $43.00/hour Company Overview: MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain—from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves—enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI—the convergence of computation, movement, and control. We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer—and our people are driving that transformation. Position Overview: The Health and Safety Technician supports site health and safety programs and regulatory compliance across mining and processing operations at the Mountain Pass facility. Working closely with employees, supervisors, contractors, and site leadership, this role conducts field inspections, identifies and communicates hazards, supports corrective actions, maintains safety records, and assists with training and continuous-improvement initiatives. The position requires practical knowledge of applicable Cal/OSHA and MSHA requirements, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate safety expectations clearly and professionally. This role is well suited for an individual seeking to expand their operational experience and develop as a health and safety professional. Position Responsibilities: Monitor workplace conditions, identify health and safety hazards, and support timely resolution of identified concerns. Conduct and document routine sitewide inspections and audits to support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company requirements. Evaluate proposed process modifications, additions, and other changes for potential safety risks and recommend appropriate safeguards. Monitor contractor activities and communicate applicable MP Materials policies and site safety requirements. Assist site subject-matter owners with the development, implementation, and periodic revision of standard operating procedures. Provide practical safety guidance and support audits to evaluate program effectiveness and promote continuous improvement. Support field safety activities by conducting inspections and audits and providing employees and contractors with training on hazard recognition, unsafe acts and conditions, and applicable Cal/OSHA and MSHA requirements. Conduct and document near-miss and incident investigations, assist with root-cause analysis, and recommend corrective and preventive actions. Maintain accurate health, safety, and environmental documentation, records, and data in compliance-tracking systems and dashboards. Support the implementation of emergency response plans and assist with drills and exercises. Participate in management-of-change reviews and pre-startup safety reviews for new or modified processes and equipment. Assist with industrial hygiene activities, including air sampling, noise monitoring, and chemical-exposure assessments, as trained and assigned. Support Safety Committee activities by coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and encouraging employee participation in safety programs. Perform other job-related duties consistent with the position’s purpose and business needs. Basic Qualifications: 2-5 years of experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing, industrial operations, safety support, or a comparable environment; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may…

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