Associate Manager, Environmental/PSM

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Arnold (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Be Well programs

Training & development

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an Associate Manager of Environmental/PSM to lead environmental programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement. You will oversee EMS and PSM implementations, coordinate ISO 14001 efforts, and mentor staff across the site.

The role emphasizes safety culture, training, and strategic decision-making in a fast-paced plant environment. Expect on-site duties with occasional travel and a focus on sustainability and compliance leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, health and safety or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading training or mentoring to staff or managing a process or project.
• Ability to make strategic decisions under stress, including leading emergency response.
• Willingness to work long hours, weekends, and be on-call when required.
• Occasional travel involved.

Responsibilities

• Compliance and Regulation Management: ensure EMS and PSM programs meet regulatory and company standards; oversee policy compliance and address non-compliance with corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement and Strategy Development: establish and implement strategies for environmental/PSM processes and track KPI performance.
• System and Program Maintenance: maintain EMS program, assist internal audits, coordinate ISO 14001 certification and documentation control.
• Training and Development: ensure training for production and management staff per OSHA and environmental permits.
• Leadership: drive a positive employee experience through coaching and development.

Skills

Environmental leadership

Regulatory compliance

Training & coaching

OSHA knowledge

Data & KPIs

Communication skills

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet.

With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

Are you passionate about environmental stewardship and process safety? Join us as an Associate Manager of Environmental/PSM (Process Safety Management) and play a role in advancing our commitment to sustainability and safety! In this dynamic position, you will be the go-to-expert for overseeing environmental management and PSM at the plant. You will ensure operations not only meet but exceed federal, state, and local regulations. From managing PSM implementations to overseeing environmental initiatives, your expertise will drive our compliance programs to new heights. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and help shape a safer, more sustainable future, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Compliance and Regulation Management: You will ensure the location’s environmental programs, EMS and PSM programs are properly maintained to meet all regulatory and company standards. You will oversee company policy and compliance, report any non-compliance issues, and ensure corrective actions or re-training are promptly addressed.
• Continuous Improvement and Strategy Development: You will be responsible for establishing and implementing strategies for the continuous improvement of Environmental/PSM processes and capture all key environmental and PSM key performance indicators.
• System and Program Maintenance: You will be accountable for maintaining the EMS program and assist in internal audits. You will coordinate location ISO 14001 certification, process safety teams, and documentation control requirements.
• Training and Development: You will ensure adequate training and timely completion for production and management staff as required by OSHA, environmental permits and environmental/emergency response regulatory programs, and company standards.
• Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in environmental, health and safety or related field and 3+ years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project
• Ability to make strategic decisions while in stressful situations including leading emergency response efforts.
• Accustomed to working long hours, weekends, and remaining in an on-call status when required.
• Occasional travel involved to collaborate with others.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Experienced air, water, waste permitting in an industrial plant setting.
• Working knowledge and experience with wastewater operations.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of all regulatory programs and environmental regulations, e.g. RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, Process Safety Management requirements for ammonia refrigeration.
• Basic math skills to manage Key Performance Indicators.
• Demonstrated computer skills, particularly in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and company software packages.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for drafting reports, business correspondence, and procedures in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and have strong organizational skills.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non- weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Indoor and outdoor work environments. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand; walk; use stairs, some ladder climbing, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. Work alternate shifts and some weekends. Ability to deliver information to diverse audiences. Fundamental mathematical skills for managing Key Performance Indicators. Embody respect, approachability, and a team-oriented demeanor for fostering robust working relationships and cultivating a positive work environment. Thrive in collaborating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

IndSPR-Ops Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly."® is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

• Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
• Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
• Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.