CORPORATE HR/SAFETY MANAGER
AMPI.BE Waffle irons · New Ulm, MN · 3 mo ago
Human ResourcesFull-time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer employment offers, pre-employment screening, new hire orientation, and onboarding to ensure a consistent experience across locations.
- Maintain comprehensive and confidential HR record systems for all employment-related documentation; ensure accuracy and integrity of HRIS data.
- Support compliance with federal and state employment regulations; assist with compliance audits of HR processes and recommend adjustments.
- Investigate and help resolve employee complaints in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
- Monitor training compliance and completion rates across locations; support learning and development initiatives for employees.
- Develop and analyze HR metrics and KPIs to identify trends and support corrective action.
- Champion employee engagement initiatives, including recognition programs, company events, employee surveys, and other activities that foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Partner with plant HR Managers and leadership to identify engagement opportunities and address morale concerns proactively.
- Serve as an approachable and visible presence for employees across all locations, building trust and two-way communication between staff and leadership.
- Support internal communications efforts that keep employees informed, connected, and aligned with company values and goals.
Health and Safety
- Identify, create, and maintain employee training records for relevant occupational health and safety and DOT topics; conduct required annual regulatory training for all employees.
- Review plant safety committee meeting minutes, safety inspection reports, and injury/illness investigation reports; follow up as necessary to ensure corrective actions are completed.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure organizational compliance; act as liaison with pertinent government agencies during inquiries and inspections.
- Promote safety awareness through internal communications such as newsletters, 5-minute safety talks, best practices, and specific training programs; support safety committees and floor presence.
- Oversee management of DOT driver files, random drug screening, and DOT documentation in the company's electronic system.
- Manage AMPI's workers' compensation program, serving as the primary interface between the insurance carrier, medical providers, counsel, and regulatory representatives; closely monitor lost-time injuries and claims.
- Compile and maintain annual OSHA-required reporting and documentation; support plant safety coordinators to ensure accurate and timely report submissions.
- Utilize and analyze safety and health metrics, trends, and data to identify gaps and support continuous improvement in safety performance.
BENEFITS/REWARDS
- Competitive starting pay
- PTO
- 401k
- Short-term disability
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance programs
- More
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
- Associates and/or bachelor's degree in HR, Business. Occupational Health and Safety or related field or a combination of education and relevant work experience required.
- 1-5 years relevant work experience required.
- Experience with HRIS administration preferred.
- Maintain a valid drivers' license and must be able to travel.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI)
- Equal opportunity employer.
- Military and veterans are encouraged to apply.
- Equal Opportunity Employer minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
- If you require reasonable accommodation to apply toward our positions, please reach out to 1-800-533-3580 or hr@ampi.com for assistance.
- No agencies, please.