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Form of workThe Safety Specialist is responsible for partnering with Plant leadership and the Operations Team to develop and implement health and safety programs at the Goodland Crush facility that are aligned to the Company’s objectives. The position will provide technical expertise related to environmental compliance. This position will be responsible for performing compliance and record-keeping administrative tasks. This position will require knowledge of OSHA and EPA guidelines. Will be expected to actively assist in continuous improvement initiatives and will act with urgency to assist with determining sustainable solutions to issues.
- Partner with the Operations team and EH&S Business Partner to enhance our safety culture of proactive, behavior-based approach to Health & Safety, with a strong emphasis on Personal Responsibility, Incident Prevention, and compliance. Perform Health & Safety applicability determinations, compliance audits, and risk assessments to ensure effective and sustainable implementation of Regulatory and Company requirements.
- Lead the administration, implementation and monitoring of safety and security policies, programs, and procedures. This includes managing the Industrial Hygiene Program, assisting with conducting assessments, sampling, and reporting.
- Ensure required OSHA Injury and Illness record keeping and reporting requirements are met and maintained as appropriate and return to work programs are in line with ADA and Work Compensation laws.
- Create and coordinate topics and content for JSA development, safety meetings, safety training, and safety policies reviewed as part of New Hire Orientation and existing Scoular employees.
- Schedule and perform EHS facility assessments and risk assessments to ensure effective and sustainable implementation of Regulatory and Organizational requirements.
- Assist with the implementation, maintaining, and training of the site’s Process Safety Management (PSM) program.
Required
- An Associate of Science in Safety, Engineering or related field is required.
- A Bachelor of Science Degree in same disciplines is preferred.
- 3-5 Years of experience as a safety supervisor / manager, OSHA Inspector, or safety auditor is preferred.
- Ability to travel – anticipate <10% travel to facility locations will be needed.
- Prior experience managing site emergency response team a plus.
- Must show initiative and ability to perform in a fast-paced, ever-changing workplace.
- Data collection and analytical skills to help with incident trends and data collection.
- Prior experience with DOT compliance programs is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Occupational Safety Health Administration (O.S.H.A.) requirements.
Preferred
- Experience with a PSM program preferred.
- Experience working with hexane at a crush facility preferred.
Why work here?
Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible. We are a $10 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1400 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people.
We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.
Benefits
- We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee’s first day – there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning.
- On top of your competitive base pay, you’ll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match.
- Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you’ll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off.
- We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year, we encourage team members to give back and make a social impact.
