Lead Environment, Health & Safety Auditor

ADM; Decatur (IL); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness program

Financial wellness program

Mental and social wellness

Job summary

ADM is seeking a senior Lead Environmental, Health & Safety Auditor to lead audits across North America. The role requires expert EHS knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to manage diverse audit teams in large industrial settings.

The position offers a base pay range with annual incentives, travel about 50-60% to ADM facilities and remote work flexibility depending on the candidate. Background checks are required and experience with food/beverage processing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences or related EHS fields.
• At least 10 years industrial experience.
• At least 5 years auditing or closely related work experience.
• Subject matter expert in health and safety, including US and state-level health and safety laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary EHS and Process Safety audit teams with internal auditors and SMEs.
• Independently perform EHS compliance and management systems audits.
• Contribute to audits as health and safety SME; communicate findings to management.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences or related EHS fields

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Microsoft Lists

Visio

Pivot tables

Job description

Lead Environment, Health & Safety Auditor

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Health, Safety & Environment

Job Description

This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

Archer Daniels Midland Co. has an immediate opening for a senior Lead Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Auditor in North America. This position will lead and perform EHS and Process Safety audits at ADM facilities throughout North America and will be a health & safety subject matter expert.

Job Responsibilities

• Leading multi-disciplinary EHS and Process Safety audit teams including other internal auditors and subject matter experts (SME), including electrical, mechanical integrity, and other SMEs;
• Independently performing EHS compliance and management systems audits;
• Contributing to audits as a health and safety subject matter expert; and
• Preparing and communicating compliance findings and recommendations verbally and in writing to all levels of management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences or related EHS fields.
• At least 10 years industrial experience.
• At least 5 years auditing or closely related work experience.
• Subject matter expert in health and safety, including US and state-level health and safety laws.
• Subject matter expert in process safety and/or environmental an asset.
• Experience with plant-based processing, food, flavour, and beverage industries an asset.
• Specialized knowledge and experience with internal audit practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Systems, results, and continuous improvement-oriented.
• Skilled at objective, logical analysis and forming clear and convincing conclusions regarding EHS and Process Safety compliance for large, complex industrial processes.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Candidates with advanced skills handling, assessing, and presenting analyses of large data sets using Microsoft Lists, Excel (e.g., pivot tables), PowerPoint, and Visio will be preferred.
• Approximately 50-60% travel; office at an ADM location in the United States, or remotely, depending on candidate.
• Physical capability and endurance to routinely climb ladders and extensive staircases to tall elevations (e.g., tall grain elevators).

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

$108,500.00 - $163,600.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.