Safety Coordinator

About the Role

Hiland Dairy was founded in 1938 in Springfield, Missouri, by two men and fifty cows. From its modest beginnings, it grew steadily into a major farmer-owned dairy company serving much of the Midwest and South. Today, its offerings include milk, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, dips, cheese, juice, and iced tea. Still farmer-owned, Hiland emphasizes freshness by sourcing milk from nearby farms and invests in sustainability initiatives and community engagement.

Our mission is to continually strive to provide high-quality products that our customers desire at a competitive price by setting high standards in performance and quality control, treating employees with dignity and respect, and providing a reasonable return to our owners.

Responsibilities

• Gather and centrally organize information for all 14 elements of PSM to sustain the program.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of written process safety information identifying workplace chemical and process hazards, equipment, and technology used in the process.
• Develop and implement a point-of-use library containing all process safety information in accordance with OSHA 1910.119.
• Maintain compliance manuals and all PSM documentation and training records pertaining to the PSM & RMP program.
• Assist with the organization and execution of Process Hazard Analysis of all plant units.
• Manage the Management of Change Program, including tracking change submittals and approvals, startup approvals, assisting with the development of operating procedures, tracking results of hazard evaluations, training personnel on changes, and updating Process Safety Information.
• Participate in compliance audits for PSM, including preparing for audits, tracking the status of recommendations, ensuring zero late action items, and ensuring documentation is available for employees.
• Assist with performance of workplace hazard assessments, including identification of potential sources of accidental releases and previous releases with potential catastrophic consequences. Consult with affected employees and maintain documentation supporting employee participation in the PSM program.
• Assist with the performance of Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) of all newly installed or modified equipment. Track the status of recommendations and completion as identified in the PSSR.
• Periodically audit the PSM program.
• Enlist and train other department personnel to assist in the development and implementation of PSM program elements. Ensure all associated documentation is filed, indexed, and maintained sufficiently for third-party compliance auditing.
• Ensure the site’s EPA/RMP file is kept up to date, including the 5-year accident history report.
• Assist facility management with the development of annual program implementation goals, provide periodic reports, and distribute as required.
• Oversee MRO inventory transactions: stocking items, received parts, disbursement, returns, inventory audits and adjustments, serving customers at the parts room. Perform data entry of maintenance documentation and research orders.
• Maintain the plant’s MVP computerized PM program.
• Take responsibility for all regular plant safety programs not related to the PSM program.
• Maintain the plant’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) manuals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 5+ years of progressive experience in OSHA’s PSM program, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Demonstrated computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, and industry-specific software packages.
• Understanding of document control as it relates to the PSM process.
• Ability to make presentations to a wide-ranging audience, including management, technical, and non-technical levels, on program status and identified objectives.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Competency in reading and writing English and performing basic math calculations.
• Effective time management skills to achieve results through prioritizing demands.
• Critical thinking and effective decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in essential tasks and a willingness to learn.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand/walk constantly during your shift.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate but can be loud in the plant manufacturing area.
• Must be able to work in very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) environments, as well as very wet and humid conditions for extended periods.
• Exposed to noise, vibration, and chemicals.
• Required to stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push, pull, and reach above and below the shoulder.