Complex Environmental Manager

JBS Foods; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage (

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Complex Environmental Manager to oversee daily operations of Environmental, Wastewater Treatment, Offal Facility and Water Plant. You will train and supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain documentation with EPA and state agencies.

You will also manage permits, reporting, and safety programs while coordinating with engineers on design, budgeting and startup. The role requires a minimum of 5 years directly related experience, a Bachelor’s degree in

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of directly related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or similar field preferred.
• Class III Waste Water License or ability to obtain within twelve months.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, wastewater treatment and air permitting.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Manage Environmental, Wastewater, Offal Facility and Water Plant operations.
• Train and supervise staff; maintain facility, housekeeping and safety.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and document control with EPA and local agencies.
• Collect, submit and maintain water samples; report to regulators as required.
• Maintain permits, communicate with regulators, and oversee project design/startup.
• Provide environmental training and oversee incident response and reporting.
• Prepare reports for management and stay current on regulations and technology.
• Supervise equipment maintenance and coordination with engineering teams.
• Ensure confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Wastewater treatment

Environmental engineering

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or similar field

Job description

Description

Complex Environmental Manager
At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

This position is responsible for the day to day operations of Environmental, Wastewater Treatment, Offal Facility and the Water Plant. This will include the training and supervision of staff, maintenance of facility, housekeeping, safety and all regulatory compliance of the building, grounds and treatment facility. Gather and submit all samples in compliance with EPA Regulations. Ensure that all documentation is in place and kept up to date per Pilgrim's Pride Policy and Local, State and Federal Agencies

• Manage Wastewater Department
• Supervise Wastewater personnel
• Perform tests as required to treat water properly
• Train personnel in best practices for keeping water in compliance with City and State requirements
• Keep accurate records and ensure all documentation is kept up to date and accurate
• Take and submit water samples as required
• Make sure all safety rules and requirements are followed
• Supervise cleaning and maintenance of wastewater and offal departments
• Communicate effectively with regulators on matters related to permitting, expansion and non-compliance issues.
• Ensure that all facilities obtain and maintain necessary environmental permits.
• Investigate complaints.
• Provide for environmental training for staff and division personnel.
• Ensure that all facilities have adequate and efficient environmental protection systems. Supervise design, construction and startup as may be required. Collaborate with Division Engineers on design, budgeting, startup and permitting on projects assigned to them. Stay current on changing regulations and technology.
• Participate in the emergency and chemical release reporting and response program.
• Provide reports to management.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience. DIRECTLY RELATED work experience will be accepted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the educational requirement.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or similar field preferred.
• Proven management skills.
• Must possess a minimum Class III Waste Water License or have the ability to obtain an appropriate State Certified license within twelve months of employment.
• Experience with environmental engineering.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, wastewater treatment and air permitting programs.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite Products (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook).
• Previous experience working with and appropriately handling confidential information.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base Salary range of $92,917.00 – $112,894.20 +/- based on experience
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets