The Michigan Milk Producers Association is looking for an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator to join our team, in our Ovid, 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.

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