Safety & Quality Compliance Specialist (Night Shift 7:30pm-4:30am)

Position Summary

Standlee Premium Western Forage is seeking a Safety & Quality Compliance Specialist to serve as the primary safety and quality resource during night shift plant operations. This role combines safety and quality oversight, reporting directly to both the Safety Manager and the Quality Manager.

About the Role

This is a unique hybrid role that carries equal responsibility for employee safety oversight and product quality assurance. The Safety & Quality Compliance Specialist acts as the eyes and ears of the Safety and Quality departments during off-shift hours.

Key Performance Areas

• Safety Responsibilities (approximately 50%)

  • Conduct routine safety observations and inspections throughout the facility each shift.
  • Identify unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors, and workplace hazards.
  • Investigate and thoroughly document near misses, incidents, and safety concerns.
  • Assist in the development and tracking of corrective actions resulting from investigations.
  • Verify proper PPE usage and adherence to established safety procedures and protocols.
  • Maintain accurate, organized safety records, reports, and documentation.
  • Aid in safety audits, compliance initiatives, and regulatory requirements.
  • Promote active employee engagement in safety programs and hazard reporting.
  • Communicate urgent or critical safety issues immediately to leadership.

• Quality Responsibilities (approximately 50%)

  • Perform product sampling, inspections, and laboratory testing per established protocols.
  • Conduct moisture, density, weight, appearance, and other required quality evaluations.
  • Monitor manufacturing processes for quality deviations and compliance concerns.
  • Verify finished products meet company specifications and established quality standards.
  • Complete quality reports, inspection logs, and all required testing documentation accurately.
  • Identify, document, and communicate non-conforming materials or finished products.
  • Support food safety, traceability, FSMA, GMP, and regulatory compliance programs.
  • Monitor product handling, storage, and manufacturing practices throughout the plant.
  • Communicate quality trends, concerns, and findings to the Quality Manager in a timely manner.
  • Aid in quality improvement initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
  • Investigate customer complaint samples or product holds when requested by the quality team.

Key Success Factors

The Safety & Quality Compliance Specialist is Standlee's on-shift subject matter expert for both safety and quality during night operations. Success in this role is measured not only by completing assigned tasks, but by preventing problems before they escalate. You Will Know You Are Succeeding When Near misses are being caught and reported — not hidden. Quality issues are identified on the floor before reaching the customer. Employees are held accountable to safety and quality standards. Your documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Plant leadership has confidence in what is happening on shift.

Required Experiences / Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during off-shift hours.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient basic computer skills and ability to complete accurate documentation and reports.
  • Ability to make sound, timely decisions and effectively prioritize work.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a safety, quality assurance, laboratory, or compliance role.

  • Experience conducting plant inspections, safety audits, investigations, or quality audits.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, FSMA requirements, GMP standards, or quality management systems.
  • Experience collecting and analyzing data to support operational decision-making.
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification, or equivalent safety training.
  • Experience with laboratory testing equipment and quality evaluation procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent lifting, pushing/pulling items up to 50 pounds.
• Operating machinery or equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, and working in confined spaces.

Professional Conduct

Each employee of Standlee Premium Western Forage has a responsibility to know, to understand and to abide by Workplace Professional Standards of Conduct. Professional Conduct includes Customer Service, Courtesy, Ethics, Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Accountability, confidentiality, and Professionalism.

Working Conditions

• General Manufacturing Environment
• Frequently exposed to adverse weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, wind, rain and snow.
• Lights vary based on the season, weather and conditions in the plant.
• Exposure to ergonomic hazards, noise and dust.

Travel Requirements

Travel to local Standlee locations as needed (by vehicle).