Associate Manager, Environmental/PSM

Smithfield Foods; Saint James (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking an Associate Manager of Environmental/PSM at our plant in Saint James, Minnesota. In this dynamic role, you will oversee environmental management and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. You will also lead improvement strategies and training programs for staff as we advance our commitment to sustainability.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have over 3 years of experience. A demonstrated ability to manage compliance and lead teams is essential. We offer competitive pay, ranging from $70,000 to $97,500 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience in environmental management or similar.
• Experience providing training and coaching to staff.
• Ability to manage strategic decisions during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental programs and regulations.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Maintain and audit Environmental Management System programs.
• Provide training and development for staff.
• Lead teams and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Environmental management

Process Safety Management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Training and development

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental, health and safety or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

ISO 14001 standards

Job description

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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.

The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 - $97,500 annually.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate's qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package.

Learn more about our benefits package.

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.