Safety & Compliance Officer

Frontier Cooperative • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

Frontier Cooperative is a trusted agricultural leader in Nebraska, offering grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. Our success is rooted in strong customer partnerships, a commitment to doing business with integrity and quality, and a dedication to being responsible stewards of our communities.

We’re excited to announce an opening for a Safety & Compliance Officer to support our northern territory, including Belgrade, Genoa, Silver Creek, Osceola, Duncan, Oconee, Tarnov, Bellwood, Schuyler, David City, Garrison, Brainard, and Dwight. Applicants must be based in this area.
This full-time role offers competitive benefits.. This full-time role includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Strong teamwork skills with a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to analyze safety issues, identify hazards, and implement effective solutions.
• Knowledge of OSHA and DEQ standards, safety principles, and compliance practices, particularly within the agriculture industry.
• Effective conflict resolution, problem-solving, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication abilities; comfortable presenting to individuals and groups of all sizes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet systems, and safety-related software.
• Ability to apply common-sense judgment and follow written and verbal instructions.
• One to two years of progressive safety and compliance experience, preferably in a similar industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel within the assigned trade territory.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive safety culture through teamwork, communication, training, and accountability to protect employees and company assets.
• Monitor and research safety regulations and assist in developing, updating, and modifying safety policies, manuals, programs, standards, and procedures.
• Support the development and delivery of safety training curricula using internal and external resources; may develop and present training for small or large groups, including forklift safety, fall protection, LOTO, confined space/bin entry, and anhydrous ammonia.
• Coordinate the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs), site-specific standards, and job hazard analyses (JHAs) to identify hazards and reduce employee injury risk.
• Partner with operations management to develop corrective action plans and ensure employees receive proper safety training.
• Review and update Risk Management Plans, preventive maintenance and housekeeping logs, training records, Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and LOTO procedures at all locations.
• Assist with accident and incident investigations, including vehicle and machinery incidents, and document findings through written reports and photographs.
• Review first reports of incidents, near misses, property damage, and occupational illnesses to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Compile accident statistics and assist with preparing reports and maintaining safety records.
• Coordinate safety programs including respirator fit testing, PPE programs, fire extinguisher inspections, OSHA 300 logs, and Tier II reporting.
• Participate in safety committees, new employee orientation, and all safety training programs.
• Lead a safety committee subcommittee by selecting members, assigning inspections, and ensuring accurate documentation of findings.
• Assist with annual facility inspections by conducting OSHA-based audits across operational locations to assess and recognize safety compliance levels.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training, workshops, industry publications, and professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as needed to support customers and enhance company productivity.

Benefits

• Cooperative retirement plan (PAYCHECK FOR LIFE)
• 401(K) retirement (traditional and Roth)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus other supplemental insurances available
• FSA/HSA spending accounts
• Vacation and sick leave
• Yearly uniform and boot allowances
• 360 wellness program with incentives
• Sign-on bonus and employee referral bonuses
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees