Environmental Manager I

Perdue Farms; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms is seeking an Environmental Manager I in Chesapeake, VA to drive environmental compliance and sustainability across the facility. You will oversee wastewater, air quality, waste management, and environmental reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain operational excellence.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6+ years of progressive environmental management experience, with a wastewater license and travel willingness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Biological Science required.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in managing environmental and sustainability programs.
• Must possess strong reading, math, writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Must have knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Must be able to travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe work environment by eliminating unsafe acts and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with wastewater operation, air quality, and hazardous waste programs.
• May supervise and manage general associates including hiring, training, and development.
• Provide timely, accurate reports to internal and external customers.
• Lead public education and community relations efforts pertaining to environmental programs.
• Order parts, supplies, chemicals, and monitor activities related to environmental programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Biological Science

Master’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or Natural Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Environmental Manager I

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States Apply Job ID 81353 Job Category Other Professional Careers

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Drive environmental compliance and sustainability efforts that support safe, responsible operations across the facility. As an Environmental Manager I, you will oversee and support environmental programs at a processing site and associated operations, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and environmental permits. You will lead initiatives across areas such as air and water quality, waste management, and environmental reporting while partnering with cross functional teams to maintain operational excellence. In this role, you will also champion sustainability efforts focused on waste reduction, resource conservation, and continuous improvement. This position is ideal for a knowledgeable and proactive professional who is passionate about environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and making a meaningful impact on sustainable operations.

The salary range for this position is $101,000 - $151,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

• Provide a safe work environment for all associates by eliminating unsafe acts and conditions while adhering to all company safety policies.
• Observe all safety requirements actively preventing and reporting unsafe acts & conditions for all safety programs including but not limited to personal protective equipment (PPE), Lockout Tag Out (LOTO) procedures, confined space entry, process safety management, machine guarding, etc.
• Ensure compliance with wastewater operation, air quality compliance, bio solids program, hazardous waste, recycling, solid waste, potable water and oil handling programs for the designated plant operations.
• May supervise and manage general associates including hiring, training, and developing associates to ensure production requirements, environmental regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals are met cost effectively.
• Provide timely, accurate and consistent reports to internal and external customers. These may include safety, production, human resources, administration and the regulatory community.
• Expected to lead public education and community relations efforts pertaining to our environmental programs.
• Order all parts, supplies, chemicals etc. required by the department and monitor all activities related to the environmental programs including the wastewater department.
• Control cost and assets to manage within established goals.
• Share dotted-line responsibility to the Director of Operations at the assigned location and outlying Facility Managers.
• Provide notification of activities, spill releases and non-compliances in a timely manner.
• May conduct environmental audits of other facilities as part of our internal audit program.
• Attend and hold regular meetings to communicate and inform subordinates and management on department and plant activities and safety items.
• Additional Duties as directed by Director of Environmental Operations or VP of Environmental Operations.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Biological Science.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in the management and operation of environmental and sustainability programs.
• Alternatively, a combination of relevant education and experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in environmental management may be considered.
• Requires strong reading, math, writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate in other verbal and written forms.
• Possess a Wastewater license to the degree required to operate the largest wastewater treatment facility within the areas of responsibility.
• Multiple License requirements may apply.
• Must meet requirements of the Company safety handbook.
• Must have knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Requires travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.
• Knowledge of Federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Management of sustainability program initiatives related to energy, water, and waste reduction efforts.
• Working knowledge of computer programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or Natural Science.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Must be able to fulfill responsibilities in all weather conditions and able to walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to move light equipment or supplies as needed.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive extended distances.
• Work activity is primarily in an office setting but must be able to effectively work in processing plant, hatchery and feed mill settings.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.