SUMMARY OF COMPANY

BioUrja Renewables, LLC is a leading manufacturer of industrial-grade, beverage-grade, and fuel-grade ethanol and co-products, located in Peoria, IL. The company operates a 135 million gallon per year production plant, which is among the largest industrial alcohol facilities in the U.S., with a long history of successful operations.

We are part of the BioUrja Group, a family-owned energy and agricultural trading, supply and distribution group headquartered in Houston, Texas and having operations across the USA, as well as in the UK, UAE, India, Singapore, and Mexico. We are proud to have been listed as one of the top four largest privately held companies in the Houston metropolitan area.

JOB SUMMARY

The Safety Manager reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for developing and administering policies to establish and promote safe working conditions within the Company in an industrial, manufacturing facility, and to ensure compliance with federal and state workplace conditions. Must have the ability to anticipate, advise, and consult with employees about safety related issues to provide appropriate recommendations to achieve a zero-injury culture. Coordinate safety training activities identifying needs, scheduling programs and evaluating effectiveness. Will be expected to actively seek leading indicators to predict incidents and prevent reoccurrence. Manage PSM program and audits; coordinate with department management MOC, SOP, and Mechanical Integrity systems. Oversee safety committee’s goals and achievement of those goals. Will handle and ensure the company is informed of all applicable governmental regulations pertaining to industrial safety and ensure compliance at all times. Must have the ability to compile data, track results and maintain databases along with maintaining all federal, state and local safety and health compliance programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to objectively conduct comprehensive health and safety reviews of regulatory and policy requirements and evaluate the effectiveness of our health and safety programs, identify deficiencies and present solutions.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and policies with the ability to communicate the requirements effectively.
• Collaborating with management to ensure compliance with all regulatory health and safety requirements.
• Managing reports and quarterly reviews to ensure timely follow up on all recommendations.
• Familiarity with and advocate of Value Base Safety Systems.
• Developing preventive programs impacting incident and injury trends.
• Through coaching and development, facilitate employee’s commitment for safety and health.
• Providing training, guidance and promote high quality safety standards and strive to achieve continuous improvement.
• Establishes minimum standards for Process Safety Information and assist location management in fulfilling the requirements.
• Establishes usage guidelines and training for the PHA processes.
• Manages MOC, PSI, and PHA documentation.
• Coordinates annual certification of standard operating procedures to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Support and comply with all food safety, quality, and legality requirements.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Health and Safety, or Industrial Hygiene is preferred.
• 5 – 7 years in a health and safety related field.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead meetings and effectively train others.
• Strong sense of leadership with the ability to impact and influence others and positive approach to driving change.
• Proven ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to perform effective case management following work related injuries.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization to establish a strong safety culture.
• Able to understand and comply with plant GMP and personnel practice requirements.
• Able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 55 pounds overhead.
• Lifting or carrying of weights over 50 pounds is rare. Employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than 50 pounds.
• Able to traverse up to two (2) miles during a workday.
• Able to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling or squatting frequently during a work Able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 55 pounds overhead.
• Lifting or carrying of weights over 50 pounds is rare. Employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than 50 pounds.
• Able to traverse up to two (2) miles during a workday.
• Able to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling or squatting frequently during a workday. May require periods of prolonged sitting or standing.
• May require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights.
• Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipment, to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs in all buildings, and to work at heights.
• Ability to communicate effectively over the radio and telephone.
• May require periods of prolonged sitting or standing.
• May require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights.
• Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipment, to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs in all buildings, and to work at heights.
• Ability to communicate effectively over the radio and telephone.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 401(k)/ Retirement savings
• Friendly Work Environment
• Paid-Time Off/Holidays

EEO Statement

BioUrja Renewables is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BioUrja Renewables participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

BioUrja Renewables is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BioUrja Renewables, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at BioUrja Renewables in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of BioUrja Renewables. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BioUrja Renewables.