Plant Coordinator - Operations and Safety en Alltech

Job Summary:

The Alltech team is looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in plant operations and safety support.   The Plant Coordinator is responsible for supporting the operational teams as well as administering Alltech’s corporate EHS management system at the Springfield facility. This role ensures a safe working environment for all employees and contractors by promoting proactive hazard identification, regulatory compliance, employee training, and emergency preparedness.  The ideal candidate will have a desire to learn the plant operations processes to then implement their technical and mechanical expertise to build a sustainable safety culture at the facility.  This role will require a team member to spend valuable time each day on the production floor, engaging with members of all location teams.  The role will report directly to the Operations Manager at their assigned site but also have support from the Regional Safety Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities:                                                                                                                                                                                              

• Collaborate with plant supervision and management to coordinate production activities and optimize resources 
• Become an expert on the plant production processes to be able to assist the teams with all operational and safety related items
• Responsible for the administration and implementation of the Alltech Health and Safety management system and protocols at the coordinator’s site. 
• Collaborate with local and corporate management to develop, prepare, and implement safety procedures into daily operations. 

• Identify and document opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems. Recommend corrective actions and verify closure of safety issues.

• Assist regional safety manager(s) and local site leadership as necessary. (e.g. implementation of site safety audit, safety inspection plans, external reporting requirements, facility and/or equipment inspections, etc.)
• Maintain OSHA 300 logs, training records, inspection reports, and audit documentation in conjunction with site leadership and corporate EHS department.
• Utilize operational knowledge to refine Alltech’s H&S training program for all levels of employees, investigating local training schemes and training providers to ensure effective delivery and comprehension.
• Assist with hiring, training, and orientation of new team members through new hire orientation, with an emphasized focus on Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Hazard Communication, and Emergency Response.
• Provide monthly and annual refresher training to all plant personnel and contractors in accordance with annual training schedule.
• Coordinate and participate in emergency drills and training exercises.
• Facilitate daily/weekly toolbox talks to reinforce safe work practices.
• Conduct daily plant safety walkthroughs with area supervisors, team-leaders, and system operators.
• Promote a sustainable safety culture by setting clear expectations and promoting teamwork, clear communication, and a “fear-free” reporting environment.
• Maintain emergency evacuation plans and ensure emergency response readiness for chemical releases, fires, severe weather events, etc.
• Respond to and investigate incidents, near-misses, and process upsets.
• Serve as on-site liaison for emergency responders and regulatory agencies.
• Support the operations and safety teams by undertaking all other duties as assigned 

Education and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, management, occupational safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or processing environment, preferably with operations or safety support functions.  
• Experience in feed, grain, supplemental processing, or agricultural manufacturing setting is preferred. 
• Professional working proficiency in Spanish is a plus. 

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical and mechanical background, with the ability to learn and understand complex operational systems
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, IEC, NIOSH, EPA, and other safety and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems (i.e. Intelex)
• Experience with combustible dust safety, high-temperature process hazards, and flammable materials preferred.

• Resourceful with the ability to manage and prioritize own workload.
• Excellent communication (written & verbal) skills, personable, and have an aptitude for training individuals with varying skill sets.
• Logical, precise, accurate and well organized with excellent record-keeping abilities

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

• Ability to work in manufacturing areas with varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particulates.
• Ability to wear PPE includes hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, and respiratory protection.
• Ability to walk, climb stairs/ladders, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to operate various machines and tools, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, drills, and saws. 

About the Alltech Family of Companies:

Made up of over 20 companies and dozens of brands around the world, the Alltech Family of Companies is aligning to provide smarter, more sustainable solutions for global nourishment.   

Alltech is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All positions working at Global Headquarters require documentation of COVID 19 vaccination. 

Your résumé, completed assessments, and a variety of individual and group interviews will help us understand your overall profile and ability to excel in our dynamic environment.