Safety Specialist - Cedar Rapids, IA
Position Summary:
Safety 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 contractors.
Responsibilities:-
Develop and lead a culture of behavioral safety and related principles.
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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.
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Collect and organize data from various sources, ensuring accuracy and integrity.
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Perform analytics and statistical analysis to identify trends, and focus areas of improvement.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety programs and policies through consistent monitoring and auditing.
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Build management and employee dedication and enthusiasm for safety through effective Leadership and Influence.
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Lead, support and encourage the actions needed that are identified by leading indicators and goals.
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Act as a Champion and Mentor for colleague safety engagement that comes in many forms.
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Lead and provide oversight of injured colleague cases.
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Lead or have integral involvement with incident investigations to determine root cause and recommendations for corrective actions.
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Spend a significant amount of time in the plant being a safety presence ensuring all safety programs are comprehensive, understood and being followed.
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Ensure compliance in reporting and document retention for federal and state requirements.
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Develop and present safety training for new hires, contractors, and location colleagues as required and as needed.
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Support and drive continuous improvement by participating in Performance Excellence.
Requirements:-
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, other ADM locations, as well as outside vendors.
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Must be organized, possess time management skills and be able to meet deadlines.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other computer related skills.
Preferred Skills:-
Trainer/Presentation Skills preferred.
Education & Experience:-
High School Diploma/GED, required.
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A Bachelor degree in Occupational Health & Safety field is preferred
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Work experience of minimum of 5 years in health and/or safety field preferred.
Environment/Physical:-
Occasional work around dust and various chemicals and caustics.
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Occasional work around vibrating and loud equipment on an occasional basis.
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Work on slippery/uneven surfaces and at high elevations and on occasional basis.
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Work in high and low temperature extremes on occasional basis.
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Must be able to walk 1-3 hours.
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Must be able to sit 5-8 hours.
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Must be able to squat/kneel on an occasional basis.
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Must be able to climb stairs/ladders on an occasional basis.
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Must be able to lift up to 25lbs from waist to shoulder on an occasional basis
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? 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.
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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
Salaried Incentive Plan
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
- Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
