Safety Technician - Decatur, IL
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Job DescriptionATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.Job DescriptionSafety Technician - Decatur, ILEast PlantThis is a full time, hourly position.Starting Pay: $31.00/hourShift(s) Available: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm. Must be available for overtime if mandatory. Why Join? Weekly PayBenefits Start First Day Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceOn-site 24/7 FREE medical care facility Health and Wellness IncentivesMembership to ADM Wellness Center (Gym membership) Paid Vacation and Holidays 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Short & Long-Term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,' Spouse and Children Parental leave (paternity/maternity) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition AssistanceAdvancement Opportunities Perks at work (discount program with several companies) Position Summary: The Facility Safety Technician based at the Decatur East Plant is responsible for supporting the daily health and safety functions of the plant. This position reports directly to the Plant Safety Manager.Position Responsibility:Work closely with department leadership to achieve safety action plan success. Provide constant and consistent leadership, guidance and mentoring along with training and public presentation as necessary.Assist in building management and employee dedication and enthusiasm for safety through influence.Evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety programs and policies through consistent monitoring and auditing.Knowledge and understanding of a multitude of health, safety regulations and policies with the ability to communicate the requirements effectively and assist the facility with implementation and management.Provide safety leadership and accountability in the field. 50% of time should be in the field.Manage the MSA meters.Act as a champion and mentor for colleague safety engagement that comes in many forms.Lead and/or have integral involvement in incident investigations.Support and drive Continuous Improvement by participating in Performance Excellence.Additional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesPosition Requirements:Prior work experience in an industrial environment or work experience in a dedicated health and safety position or a related degree in Occupational Health & Safety.Effective oral and written communication skills, including public presentation abilityStrong computer skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn and utilize other standardized systemsProven ability to work effectively and enthusiastically on a teamProven ability to recognize hazards, assess risk and recommend controlsThe position requires the ability to work in a variety of environments: office environment and varying indoor and outdoor environments to include extreme heat and coldThe position requires the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods as well as climb stairsOn-The-Job Training Requirements:New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standardsComplete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental trainingParticipate in company planner operations trainingEquipment training may include but not limited to JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, Lock Out/Tag Out, etc.Physical Requirements:Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators Ability to walk up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday over uneven ground surfaces, and/or walking over Railroad tracks.Working Conditions: Ambient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen), cotton, canola seed, and odor Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check and medical clearance.