EHS Field Manager

Empire Livestock LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Livestock LLC. seeks an experienced EHS professional to support located facilities with environmental and safety compliance. The role requires collaboration with EHS Champions and leadership to improve at‑risk behaviors and regulatory adherence across PA facilities, with up to 50% travel to DFA locations.

The ideal candidate has 5-7 years in EHS within manufacturing, a related degree, and valid vehicle license. OSHA/EPA knowledge and strong MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time.
• 5-7 years’ experience in Environmental, Health and Safety in manufacturing.
• AS/BA/BS in Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Must have a valid license to operate a passenger vehicle.
• Certification and/or License – ASP/CSP/CIH desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical oversight on environmental and workplace safety for assigned locations.
• Ensure adherence to EHS programs and policies per OSHA, EPA and local agencies; maintain records.
• Assess locations to identify risks and develop corrective action plans.
• Promote a culture of safe behavior and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with data gathering for permitting and reporting (air, wastewater, stormwater, etc.).
• Develop action plans and regulatory correspondence for non‑compliance findings.
• Implement and maintain internal EHS standards.
• Provide training per regulatory and corporate EHS guidelines.
• Lead incident investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Track corrective actions to completion.
• Monitor workers’ compensation claims support with EHS Manager.

Skills

Travel 50%

EHS management

OSHA knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Communication

English proficiency

Education

AS/BA/BS in Industrial Safety/Env Science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

*Must be located near New Wilmington, PA and travel to other DFA facilities in PA up to 50%*

Provide support to assigned locations within the business unit to maintain EHS compliance and achieve continuous improvement by utilizing the DFA EHS Management System. Manage environmental and safety efforts for assigned locations. Provide assistance to facility EHS Element Champions, including location leadership, to identify and correct at‑risk behaviors and conditions. Support regulatory compliance efforts division‑wide in close collaboration with other EHS
team members.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide practical oversight on environmental and workplace safety matters for assigned locations
• Work with assigned locations to adhere to EHS practices; implement EHS programs and policies outlined by
  OSHA, EPA, State / Local Regulatory Agencies and DOT, as appropriate; and maintain all pertinent records to
  maintain compliance with EHS regulations and internal standards
• Conduct assessments of assigned locations to identify risks and develop corrective action plans for at‑risk
  behaviors and conditions which may cause injury, regulatory non‑compliance, or property loss
• Work with assigned locations to maintain a culture of consistently safe behavior and compliance with federal,
  state, and local regulatory agencies
• Where required, work with assigned locations and Business Unit EHS Manager to gather information or data
  necessary for permitting and reporting activities for air, NPDES, wastewater, stormwater, EPCRA Tier II, Form R,
  refrigerant management, spill reporting, and other applicable environmental regulations
• Work with assigned locations and Business Unit EHS Manager to gather information necessary for developing
  action plans and regulatory correspondence to address areas of non‑compliance identified through regulatory
  inspections or required testing
• Implement and maintain internal EHS standards and practices for assigned locations
• Provide and/or support all required training mandated by regulatory and corporate EHS guidelines and practices
  for assigned locations
• Partner with locations to conduct incident investigations to determine the root cause of injury or release and any
  at‑risk behavior
• Work with assigned locations to develop corrective actions and track to completion
• Maintain awareness of all workers’ compensation claims for assigned locations and work collaboratively with Business Unit EHS Manager to support management of claims
• Work with assigned locations to ensure correction of observed deficiencies
• Requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is
  not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience

• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time
• 5-7 years’ experience in Environmental, Health and Safety in a manufacturing environment and/or
• AS/BA/BS in Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or related field
• Must have a valid license to operate a passenger vehicle
• Certification and/or License – ASP/CSP/CIH Certification, desirable but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Practical knowledge of OSHA standards and requirements, both federal and state regulations
• Practical knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Basic knowledge of EHS management principles
• Familiarity with the workers’ compensation process
• Knowledge of and basic skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills) with minimal guidance
• Able to manage multiple priorities
• Able to work independently and perform task and duties with minimal supervision
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, for a diverse range of internal and external audiences
• Must be able to present to front line team members and facility management
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

$95000-$100,000/annually

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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