ABOUT AMPI:

AMPI owns seven Midwest-based manufacturing plants where 10 percent of the nation's American-type cheese, processed cheese and butter is produced. The cooperative's award-winning cheese, butter and powdered dairy products are marketed to foodservice, retail and food ingredient customers. In 2019, the co-op launched its Dinner Bell Creamery brand and accompanying Co-op Crafted promise, highlighting more than 50 years of dairy farm families partnering with skilled butter makers, and cheesemakers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time:

All AMPI employees have an obligation to report employee safety, food safety and food quality issues to personnel of authority.

1. This position has a heightened food safety and food quality responsibilities.
2. Directly support Environmental, Health and Safety at facility by training and enforcing safety programs and policies and initiatives.
3. Administer continuous training programs that comply with OSHA regulations and develop safe work behaviors.
4. Manage industrial hygiene programs including medical testing, physicals, respiratory testing, fit testing; and conducts monitoring of contaminants as required by respective standards.
5. Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste inspections, identification, containerization, consolidation, labeling, accumulation and shipment for disposal and maintain records of such.
6. Collect, document and record site EHS monitoring including, but not limited to, area noise measurements, carbon monoxide, heat exposure, and storm water samples.
7. Apply the Company drug and alcohol testing program, complying with federal and state laws.
8. Schedule and conduct site EHS compliance inspections, perform records documentation and provide corrective action response recommendations and tracking.
9. Use a working knowledge of personal, industrial & occupational safety to manage safety programs such as Life Safety Code, Forklift Operations, Hoist & Crane Operations, Lifting Equipment, Job Safety Analysis, Blood borne Pathogen Exposure Control, Respiratory Protection, PPE Program, Hazard Communication and other OSHA required programs.
10. Promote technical safety and occupational health awareness through internal company communications, such as newsletters, committee meetings, 5 minute safety talks, best practices, and specific training programs.
11. Support maintenance, plant services and quality assurance to implement engineering controls and food safety while minimizing employee safety and occupational health hazards.
12. Identify and develop corrective actions for potential hazards by auditing facilities, machinery and safety equipment.
13. Manage DOT driver files, random drug screening and DOT documentation in the company's electronic system.
14. Utilize and analyze safety and health metrics, trend and data to understand what is working well and where gaps exist. Provide quick response and program reprioritization to prevent injuries and risks.
15. Manage location's workers compensation program closely monitoring claims, review reports, conduct timely and thorough investigations, identify corrective actions and ensure actions are complete.
16. Complies, reports on time and maintains OSHA and environmental reporting and documentation.
17. Maintain employee training and records for relevant occupational health and safety, environmental and DOT topics.
18. Support effective two-way communications with all employees by championing safety committees, time on the floor and shift change EHS information.
19. Other duties as assigned

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

The following are required competencies of the position that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:

• Demonstrated proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite including; Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, internet/intranet and other organizational specific software.

• Thorough understanding and broad application of safety regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques.

• Insightful use of analysis techniques, tools and concepts, to provide practical counsel to business area partners and management to drive business results.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills.
• Independent worker and analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve complex problems.
• Professional communication skills for both internal and external customers, coworkers, team members and consultants.
• Demonstrated excellent training skills involving making presentations covering various topics.
• Maintain a valid drivers' license and must be able to travel.
• Ability to plan, initiate, direct and carry out short and long-term programs.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct, hierarchical control.
• Seek counsel, when needed, form appropriate resources.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly.
• Must have high level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved.
• Basic understanding of equipment operations and minor troubleshooting ability.
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of confidentiality, safety, health, quality and efficiency.
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated strong skills, with the ability to lead, participate, and/or work directly with cross-functional teams and/or individuals.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize.
• Strong presence with the ability to interact with Senior Leadership.
• Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to a continually changing environment.
• Detail oriented, be quality minded.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Possess traits of honesty and integrity, creativity and flexibility.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor's degree in safety management, industrial health and safety, a discipline of safety engineering or related field from accredited college or university or a combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Three to five years of experience managing and leading operational safety, preferably within the food industry with proven ability to deliver results.

• Technical knowledge of fluid milk, cheese and drying operations is preferred.

• Certified Safety Professional with OSHA 30 Hour preferred.
• First Responder, Basic Life Support Training preferred.
• Understanding of the 1904 Recordkeeping Standards and 1910 General Industry Standards.

• Knowledge of Investigations, Hazard recognition, Training, Recordkeeping, and Behavioral Safety.

• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP's, OSHA and loss control programs highly desirable.

BENEFITS/REWARDS:

AMPI offers competitive starting pay, PTO, 401k, short-term disability, health, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs and more.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Office - Work is performed in a general office environment with low to moderate noise exposure. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear; taste or smell. The majority of the time is spent seated at a work station with access to telephone, computer, printer, files, and reference materials. Requires frequent verbal communication either in person, by telephone or by use of online interactive communication, to interact with vendors, suppliers, and consultants. Requires frequent written communication by requiring frequent typing and writing. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office - This job operates in a professional office environment. Employees will work face-to-face with others on a daily basis. Some may share office space. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment. The employee may be exposed to very low levels of ammonia.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Personal protective equipment is required depending on the job being performed, including protective eye wear, or face shields, hearing protection, hair and beard nets, uniforms and footwear. Additional equipment is required when working with chemicals, such as rubber gloves and use of chemical proof aprons as appropriate for the job being performed.

Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Military and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help

High School (required)
Bachelors of Engineering (preferred)

Three to five years experience managing and leading operational safety, preferably within the food industry with proven ability to deliver results. (preferred)

OSHA 30 hr. Certifiate (preferred)
CPR/First Aid (preferred)
HACCP Certification (preferred)
SQF Certification (preferred)
Valid Drivers License (required)