Plant Safety Lead

The salary listed above is a range. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). In addition to the salary, this position is eligible for a bonus, providing the opportunity to earn additional compensation.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards programs continue to lead, innovate and embody our core values – caring for the health and wellbeing of all. Zinpro offers a competitive salary and a premium benefits package, including 100% employer-paid healthcare and generous paid time off. We provide a wide range of benefits and resources designed to support you at every stage of life: education assistance, retirement planning, 401(k), disability and long-term care insurance, travel assistance, fitness reimbursement, gift matching, and more. Our Culture of Care – Zinpro® Position Summary The Plant Safety Lead is responsible for driving the successful implementation and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives at Zinpro's Garner, Iowa facility. Reporting directly to the EHS Manager and working collaboratively with the Garner Plant Manager, site leadership, and employees, this position ensures the effective implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of site safety, health, and assigned environmental programs. Success in this position requires strong working knowledge of safety and health regulations and industry best practices, the ability to translate requirements into practical solutions, and the leadership skills necessary to influence others, build accountability, and promote continuous improvement in EHS performance. Essential Functions

• Responsible for safety and health activities at the Garner facility and supports management in the design, implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of site EHS initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal safety and health regulations and support implementation of new EHS policies, procedures, and standards.
• Own and deliver safety and health training, including new-hire safety orientation, and support ongoing employee adherence to established safety practices.
• Own and coordinate site safety and health inspection and auditing programs.
• Manage and facilitate the site Safety Committee. Lead meetings, establish and track action items, and follow up with responsible parties to ensure objectives are completed.
• Work with department safety representatives and plant leadership to establish accountability for the implementation and execution of site safety programs.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and EHS Manager to ensure site EHS activities align with plant priorities and company-wide initiatives.
• Maintain required safety records, documentation, and site safety metrics. Analyze trends and use data to identify opportunities and drive measurable improvements in safety performance.
• Lead and facilitate incident and near-miss investigations using a structured root cause analysis process. Partner with responsible leaders to develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions.
• Serve as an onsite EHS resource for employees and leaders, providing guidance regarding safety questions, concerns, hazards, recommendations, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain a regular presence in operational areas to identify hazards, observe work practices, engage employees, and support proactive risk reduction.
• Plan, schedule, track, and document site EHS activities, inspections, corrective actions, work orders, and improvement initiatives.
• Partner with office staff to purchase materials and develop and distribute relevant EHS communications, training materials, alerts, and other employee-facing information.
• Review projects, equipment changes, and work scopes to identify potential EHS risks and ensure applicable standards and requirements are addressed.
• Lead site implementation of new or revised EHS policies, procedures, standards, and company programs.
• Coordinate monthly safety audits and ensure identified deficiencies and corrective actions are assigned, tracked, and completed in a timely manner.
• Oversee administration of plant recognition or rewards activities associated with EHS goal achievement and proactive safety participation.
• Maintain professional development and continuing education in applicable EHS regulations, standards, technologies, and industry practices.
• Support environmental compliance activities and programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Required:

Minimum Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Formal training and/or certification in occupational safety, health, EHS, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of three years of experience working in a manufacturing, production, or similar industrial environment.
• Minimum of two years of experience leading, coordinating, or managing workplace safety programs or initiatives.
• Demonstrated success leading safety initiatives and projects, including the ability to influence others, establish accountability, and drive actions to completion.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and participating in or leading incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Working knowledge of applicable occupational safety requirements and industrial safety programs, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, fall protection, confined space, hazard communication, powered industrial trucks, personal protective equipment, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to identify workplace hazards, assess risk, and develop practical risk-reduction strategies in partnership with operations.
• Ability to read and interpret safety requirements, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and related documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels and functions.
• Experience delivering employee safety training and communicating technical requirements in a practical, understandable manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and the ability to use electronic systems for EHS documentation, recordkeeping, corrective-action tracking, and reporting.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, follow-through, and project-management skills.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, Health, and Safety, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience working in a production environment
• 3 years’ experience leading and managing safety initiatives
• Powered industrial truck trainer certification

Work Environment and Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must regularly stand and walk.
• Must regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or crawl.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly works around airborne particles and chemicals.
• Frequently exposed to hot and cold conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to loud working environments.

Schedule Requirements This position is expected to work full-time during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. However, due to the nature of the role, there may be occasional requirements to work outside of standard hours, including coverage during off-shifts. The primary schedule is first shift, but flexibility is essential to support safety needs across all shifts as necessary. Additionally, the role may involve occasional travel, estimated at approximately 10%. Travel Requirements Occasional domestic travel to other Zinpro locations is an expected requirement of this role. Travel to other locations is expected to be less than 10%. About Zinpro

At Zinpro, advancing health and wellbeing for animals and people is at the heart of everything we do. A pioneer in performance trace minerals and innovative nutritional solutions, Zinpro partners with customers worldwide to unlock better animal performance through smarter, science‑led nutrition. Family‑owned and privately held, our steady growth is fueled by a world‑class team who manufactures high‑quality products marketed in more than 70 countries. As a global leader in animal nutrition, we're committed to developing more sustainable practices. Working at Zinpro means making a positive difference alongside bright, passionate people in a culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®. Employees gain broad experience in a growing organization known for its commitment to people, customers and our communities. Here, we value diverse perspectives as we build equitable and inclusive teams. Zinpro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.