Health & Safety Supervisor

About Us: 

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is a dairy farmer owned cooperative and dairy processor. Founded in 1916, the MMPA serves dairy farmers in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Quality milk and dairy products begin on the farm and continue through every step at Superior Dairy. Michigan Milk Producers Association’s family dairy farmers take pride in producing wholesome, nutritious milk with care and integrity. That commitment to quality carries forward as member milk is bottled and processed at Superior Dairy, MMPA’s wholly owned subsidiary in Canton, Ohio. Founded in 1922, Superior Dairy honors its Great Lakes heritage while delivering trusted dairy products to customers in 44 states.

Why you’ll love working here:

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employee feedback and suggestion forums

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Safety & Health Supervisor to oversee all safety and occupational health programs. This role is responsible for leading site-level safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company standards, driving a strong safety culture, and partnering closely with operations leadership to prevent incidents and promote employee well-being.

The ideal candidate is a visible, hands-on leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and is committed to continuous improvement in workplace safety performance. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all safety and health programs for the facility 
• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA regulations, company policies, and industry standards 
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments 
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; implement corrective and preventive actions 
• Maintain accurate safety records, reporting, and documentation 
• Lead or support incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies 
• Develop and deliver safety training for employees, supervisors, and contractors 
• Partner with plant leadership to integrate safety into daily operations and decision-making 
• Drive behavior-based safety programs and employee engagement initiatives 
• Oversee emergency response planning and drills 
• Support regulatory inspections and external audits 
• Track safety metrics and report trends to leadership 
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to reduce incidents and hazards
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of experience in occupational safety, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment 
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and safety compliance requirements 
• Experience conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions 
• Proven ability to influence and coach employees and leaders at all levels 
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to production areas 

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, or related field 
• Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, OHST, or similar 
• Experience in food manufacturing, heavy industry, or union environments

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. 

MMPA is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all employees as one of our top priorities. As part of our commitment to your well-being and workplace safety, all applicants are required to undergo a drug screening and background check as part of the hiring process. 

We are not accepting unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals, or résumés from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position.

MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.