Senior Coordinator, Safety - New Ulm, MN

Senior Coordinator, Safety
New Ulm, MN, US
On-Site

 

The Senior Coordinator, Safety supports the execution and continuous improvement of safety programs at the New Ulm site. This exempt-level role is responsible for leading safety initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture across production, warehousing, and support functions. The role collaborates closely with site leadership, contractors, and cross-functional teams to drive safety excellence and operational integrity.

 

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value.  Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

 

Your key responsibilities

• Safety Program Leadership: Lead implementation of site-specific safety programs including Life Saving Rules (LSRs), Work Permit Authorization, and Emergency Preparedness.
• Compliance & Auditing: Conduct safety audits, walkthroughs, and risk assessments. Ensure alignment with OSHA, EPA, and internal SHE standards. Monitor PPE inventory & coordinate distribution.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations of incidents and near-misses. Document findings, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Training & Engagement: Coordinate and deliver safety training sessions. Track completion of mandatory corporate trainings and support employee engagement initiatives.
• Security Oversight: Support coordination with third-party security providers. Manage badge issuance, key control logs, and site access protocols.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain safety records, dashboards, and compliance documentation. Prepare reports for site leadership and audits.  

 

We bring

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

 

 

You bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3–5 years in a safety-related role within manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with New Ulm site operations and SHE&S protocols preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and safety management systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.

 

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $75-$85k.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

 

About dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. 
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.