Safety Specialist - Cedar Rapids, IA

Company: ADM
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description Safety Specialist - Cedar Rapids, IAPosition SummarySafety Specialist is responsible for supporting the daily health and safety functions of the plant a assisting with the overall performance of the Cedar Rapids complex.
The Cedar Rapids, IA Complex is comprised of a Corn Dry Mill, Corn Wet Mill, Cogeneration and Water Treatment Operations.
The facilities in total employ
450 operation colleagues and
250 contracts.Essential Safety Job FunctionsDevelop and lead a culture of behavioral safety and related principles.Knowledge and understanding of a multitude of health, safety regulations and policies with the ability to communicate the requirements effectively and assist the facility with implementation and management.Evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety programs and policies through consistent monitoring and auditing.Build management and employee dedication and enthusiasm for safety through effective Leadership and Influence.Lead, support and encourage the actions needed that are identified by leading indicators and goals.Act as a Champion and Mentor for colleague safety engagement that comes in many forms.Lead and provide oversight of injured colleague cases.Lead or have integral involvement with incident investigations to determine root cause and recommendations for corrective actions.Spend a significant amount of time in the plant being a safety presence ensuring all safety programs are comprehensive, understood and being followed.Ensure compliance in reporting and document retention for federal and state requirements.Develop and present safety training for new hires, contractors, and location colleagues as required and as needed.Support and drive continuous improvement by participating in Performance Excellence.Job RequirementsA Bachelor degree in Engineering or Occupational Health & Safety field is preferredWork experience of 3-5 years in health and/or safety field preferred.Trainer/Presentation Skills preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other computer related skills is required. Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, other ADM locations, as well as outside vendors.Must be organized, possess time management skills and be able to meet deadlines.Working ConditionsDustChemicals / IrritantsThe scope of the position may have exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed.Inside areas:Spring / Summer:
Temperatures in some areas of the facility will be up to or exceed 100 degreesFall / Winter:
Temperatures in the facility may be at or below freezing.Outside areas:Spring / Summer:
Outside temperature may be up to or exceed 100 degrees with potential for high humidity.
May be exposed to inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to, rain and wind.Fall / Winter:
Outside temperatures may reach freezing or below.
May be exposed to inclement weather including, freezing rain, sleet, snow and wind.Some manufacturing processes within the facility are highly reliant on machinery and other processing equipment and, as a result, noise levels may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift.Physical RequirementsMust be able to lift up to 25lbs from waist to shoulder on an occasional basNo push/pull requirementMust be able to walk 1-3 hoursMust be able to sit 5-8 hoursMust be able to squat/kneel on an occasional basisMust be able to climb stairs/ladders on an occasional basisConstant computer/keyboardingExcited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:82957BR

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