Senior Saftey Specialist

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world.  We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world.  Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Are you passionate about safety? CHS, Inc is in search for a Senior Safety Specialist to provide expertise in our propane/ammonia businesses. This position will assist in the oversight of anhydrous ammonia & propane safety programs, provide technical support on safety matters to our employees, review and implement policies to ensure compliance of federal, state, and local regulations. This is a remote based position out of WA, MT, or ND that will be expected to travel 50%-60% for on-site visitations. We pride ourselves on a safety-first mentality, so we have the ability to produce high-quality products and services while keeping employees safe and customers successful in the agriculture industry. Apply today!

 

Benefits Data

• Competitive Pay 
• Benefit eligible employees receive: 
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance + Long & Short-Term Disability 
• Paid Holidays + Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Pay)  
• Retirement Benefits - 
  • 401K with Company Match  
  • Company Funded Pension 
  • Profit Sharing 

Responsibilities

• Coordinate compliance with all applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) related requirements (federal, state, local, and company).
• Implement and maintain PSM/RMP programs and ensure that regulatory requirements are met as a minimum.
• Develop, lead and implement EH&S related plans, programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct effective EH&S related training for employees, contractors, and public.
• Conduct complex EH&S related audits, workplace inspections, job safety analysis, and maintain detailed recordkeeping.
• Communicate EH&S related requirements and expectations to other departments and personnel to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe work environment.
• Properly respond to day-to-day EH&S related issues in a timely and efficient manner., including but not limited to email and phone calls.
• Keep current on all applicable EH&S related rules and regulations
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED
• 4+ years of experience in Environmental, Health, and/or Safety

Additional Qualifications

• Previous experience with propane and anhydrous ammonia
• 40 hour Hazwoper training with additional emergency response training
• Travel Required
• CETP certification, driving/transporting hazardous materials experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written 
• Understanding of construction practices and principles 
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Occupational Health, Environmental Health and Safety, or related field
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders and operate equipment is needed to inspect facilities
• Ability to work in dusty and adverse and changeable weather conditions

CHS offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life Insurance, Health and Day Care Savings Accounts, Paid Vacation, 401K, Company Funded Pension, Profit Sharing, Long and Short Term Disability, Tuition reimbursement, and Adoption assistance.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.