Marion Ag Service is seeking an experienced Safety/EHS Specialist to lead our environmental, health, and safety programs across multiple operations in the St. Paul/Aurora, Oregon area.
As the company's EHS subject matter expert, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving safety initiatives that protect employees, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational excellence. This role partners closely with leaders in manufacturing, agronomy, transportation, and maintenance to provide technical guidance, conduct investigations, administer safety programs, and foster a culture where safety and accountability are shared priorities.
If you are a safety professional who is passionate about making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Evaluate, develop, implement and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs and procedures to ensure compliance with any federal, state, local, industry and company requirements.
- Serve as the owner and administrator of safety programs including but not limited to: Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, Fall Protection, Emergency Action Plan, Hazard Communication, Incident Reporting, Driver Safety.
- Create or identify and facilitate safety related training for employees and leaders; ensuring effectiveness across multiple locations, availability, and languages.
- Maintain written programs, training records, exposure assessments, and regulatory documentation; develop and track safety performance KPIs.
- Lead investigations involving injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, etc. and identify root cause and follow through with corrective actions. Includes motor vehicle accidents and required follow up.
- Manage worker’s compensation claims and support return to work efforts in partnership with HR and leaders; identify and work with external partners such as SAIF or occupational medical providers.
- Champion a culture where safety is a shared responsibility; partner with leaders to integrate safety into daily activities and be a trusted resource for leaders and employees regarding safety matters
- Lead Company Safety Committee meetings, coordinate Safety representative activities and manage Safety engagement programs (Safety Bucks).
- Conduct routine facility inspections, audits, and hazard assessments. Lead safety walkthroughs for each Company location. Take pictures and take notes; report out findings.
- Partner with leaders and designated employees to inventory, order and manage safety related items such as PPE, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, eye wash, safety store items, etc.
- Lead Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections, providing inspectors with appropriate documents and responding in a timely manner.
- Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting safety and work with the HR/leadership to ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
- Perform all duties in accordance with Marion Ag policies and procedures to assure safe, effective and efficient services.
- Respond to inquiries from employees and other visitors in a positive manner, providing excellent customer service.
- Support the Human Resources team with related initiatives while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE –
1. Five years’ work experience in Environmental, Health and Safety plus related education or certifications; or overall equivalent
2. Demonstrated expertise and experience in EHS including OSHA and Worker’s Compensation compliance, exposure monitoring, PPE requirements; and ability to thrive as a one-person subject matter expert
3. Related experience in agriculture, manufacturing, industrial or similar industry
4. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
5. Bilingual in English/Spanish (written and verbal)
6. Requires strong computer skills including Microsoft Applications Word, Excel and PowerPoint
7. Demonstrated capacity to facilitate training, process development, and problem solving in a decentralized work environment
8. Current driver’s license with an insurable driving record; ability to regularly drive between locations or other sites as required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE –
1. OSHA 30, Certified Safety Professional or other certification
2. First Aid/CPR Certification
3. Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations
4. Experience with OSHA inspections or other third party relationships
5. Forklift certified and/or ability to become a certified Forklift Trainer
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
Language:
- English and Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Aurora, OR 97002 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
