Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator at Michigan Milk Producers Assoc

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is looking for an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator to join our team, in our Constantine, MI facility. The HSE Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a safe work environment by implementing and maintaining safety programs and policies. This role involves conducting safety audits, training employees, and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety regulations. The HSE Coordinator will also be responsible for investigating incidents, identifying potential hazards, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences, with plant leadership.

About Us:

The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) – established in 1916 – is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. As the 10th largest dairy cooperative in the U.S., MMPA serves dairy farmers throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana, employing approximately 625 people in four states. In addition to a cheese plant in Indiana called the Middlebury Cheese Company, and a dairy product plant in Ohio called Superior Dairy, MMPA operates two SQF Level 3 dairy ingredient plants in Michigan. Products made at MMPA’s plants include fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive salary
• health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement including 401k with employer contributions
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employees feedback and suggestion forums

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct safety training sessions for employees, including safety orientation for new hires, ongoing safety education, and specialized training as required.
• Develop and distribute safety materials, such as toolbox talks to keep employees informed about safety practices.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of facility, equipment, and work practices to identify potential hazards.
• Document findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Lead investigations on workplace accidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes.
• Prepare detailed reports on incidents, including recommendations for preventing future occurrences.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, including OSHA/MIOSHA, EPA, and other relevant standards.
• Maintain records of safety audits, inspections, training sessions, and incident investigations.
• Coordinate drills and training sessions to ensure employees are prepared to respond to emergencies.
• Serve as a key member of the safety committee, providing input and guidance on safety-related issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to address safety concerns and improve overall workplace safety.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety processes and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• OSHA 30 Hour Training- General Industry (Preferred)

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years’ experience or a combination of education, training and experience in occupational safety.
• Functional Competencies needed:
• Must possess a working knowledge and understanding of State and Federal regulations related to Health, Safety and Environmental i.e., OSHA
• A sound understanding of and experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel to MMPA facilities on a regular basis

Personal Skills/Attributes Needed:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead improvements in workplace safety
• A The ability to meticulously assess work environments, identify potential hazards, and ensure that safety protocols are followed accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both individually and in group settings, with individuals at all levels of the organization
• The capability to analyze data from safety audits, incident reports, and risk assessments to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Strong organizational skills are needed to manage multiple safety programs, conduct audits, maintain records, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• The ability to adapt to changes in safety regulations, company procedures, or workplace environments and quickly adjust safety protocols accordingly.

Our Expectations

• Proactive Approach: The HSE Coordinator is expected to take a proactive approach in identifying potential hazards and implementing preventative measures to ensure the safety of all employees.
• Communication: Clear and consistent communication with employees, management. The HSE Coordinator should be able to effectively convey safety procedures and expectations.
• Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations is essential. The HSE Coordinator must be meticulous in documenting findings and ensuring follow-through on corrective actions.
• Continuous Learning: The HSE Coordinator should stay current with changes in safety regulations and industry best practices and apply this knowledge to continuously improve the company’s safety programs.
• Leadership: As a key member of the safety team, the HSE Coordinator should lead by example, demonstrating a commitment to safety in all aspects of their work.
• Problem Solving: Quickly and effectively address safety issues as they arise.
• Compliance: Ensure the organization meets regulatory requirements and standards

Join us in maintaining the highest standards in the dairy industry! Apply now and become part of our dynamic MMPA team!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.

We are not interested in unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position.

MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.