Gowan Milling is looking for a Safety Supervisor at the Yuma facility. This position will report directly to the EH&S Manager.
Job Description:
Work independently of others, prioritize responsibilities and make decisions regarding immediate safety concerns or issues.
Ensure all required safety inspections are completed on time.
Assist in investigating causes of incidents and documenting to identify root causes.
Evaluate safe working procedures and promote a safe working environment that aligns with Gowan Milling's goals.
Ensure compliance with Gowan Milling safety policies as well as state and federal regulations.
Maintain Safety programs and records including tracking open action items to completion.
Assist in Managing Workmen's Comp. claims and reviews.
Maintain OSHA 300 Logs and other reporting requirements.
Develop and lead weekly safety meetings.
Schedule and participate in safety committee meetings.
Evaluate SDS's for changes prior to production campaign startups and make necessary changes to product summary sheets.
Ensure safety documentation is in place for new campaign startups.
Write standard operating procedures for production specific functions relating to safety and perform and document process risk assessments.
Proficient to train employees in LOTO, Confined Space, First Aid, CPR and AED.
Potentially on call at any hour, days, nights or weekends.
Supervise Safety team and maintain communication from management to other team members.
May include other tasks assigned by manager.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and related experience preferred.
Capable of following written and verbal work instructions.
Strong people skills and an ability and willingness to interact with all levels of management and staff.
Possess strong technical writing skills.
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding employee safety through a minimum of 3 years of prior work experience or continued education.
Physical Requirements:
Possess a valid driver's license.
Spanish/English Bilingual proficiency.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to ascend/descend stairs in buildings.
Requires ability to lift items up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
Requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting, pulling, and pushing.
Ability to work outdoors throughout the year in extreme temperatures.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment when required which would include but not limited to; half face respirator, full face respirator, Tyvek, grounding straps, eye protection.
The Gowan Group is a global, family-owned agricultural solutions business headquartered in the heart of America's winter vegetable capital, Yuma, Arizona, U.S.A. Gowan specializes in developing, marketing, and processing agricultural inputs such as crop protection products, seeds, and fertilizers. Founded by Jon Jessen in 1962 and led by his daughter Juli as CEO, Gowan has grown markets in the majority of agricultural regions globally. A deep respect for science and a passion for agriculture drives the Gowan Company to help growers solve their critical pest and plant health issues.