Senior Director, Wastewater & Environmental

Smithfield Foods; Kentucky; On-site; USD 180,000 - 222,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is looking for a Senior Director, EHS Regulatory to lead compliance and sustainability initiatives. This role involves managing a talented Regulatory team to ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, and other regulations.

The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in regulatory compliance and team management. You will oversee operational compliance in water facilities and assist in developing policies and training programs.

This position includes a relocation package, and the expected salary range is $180,000 - $222,500 annually.

Qualifications

• 12+ years' relevant experience required or equivalent.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in team management is required.
• Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Lead the EHS team to create a uniform application of the company’s EHS system.
• Assist in training facility personnel on relevant plans.
• Oversee operations of water facilities for compliance.
• Assist in developing corporate policy and training materials.
• Drive positive employee experience through leadership.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Team Management

Analytical Skills

Technical Writing Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

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The Value You'll Bring

Join Smithfield Foods as the Senior Director, EHS Regulatory where you will play a role in shaping our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory compliance and sustainability initiatives. In this dynamic position, you will lead a talented Regulatory team dedicated to achieving 100% compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Agency (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), various other local, state, and federal regulations, and internal policies and systems.

In addition to overseeing compliance, you will direct the daily operations of our water facilities across Smithfield locations. Your expertise will be crucial in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines that align with all regulatory requirements.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on our EHS footprint while driving compliance excellence at Smithfield Foods!

What You'll Do

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Regulatory Compliance: You will be accountable for establishing and maintaining compliance with applicable federal and state environmental, health and safety regulations as well as Smithfield Injury Prevention System (SIPS), PSM, ISO, EMS, and other corporate requirements. You will lead correspondence with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, Chemical Safety) and direct the EHS team on safety and environmental regulatory compliance issues. You will manage environmental permit compliance documentation and applications to agencies in a timely manner.
• Regulatory Strategy: You will lead the EHS team to create a uniform application of the company’s EHS system, promote best practices, ensure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies, and evaluate risk related to implementing programs to prevent injuries. You will act as a resource for the EHS team to develop innovation solutions to ensure a safe workplace.
• Training and Development: You will assist in writing, reviewing, and revising key documents such as Risk Management plans, Emergency Response Plans, and Environmental Permit tracking and compliance plans. You will assist with training facility personnel on relevant plans and participate in corporate training and business meetings as appropriate.
• Operational Oversight: You will be responsible for assuring water facilities maintain operational controls for effective performance in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. You will represent on construction and capital projects related to anhydrous ammonia systems and waste facility projects. You will schedule regulatory reviews with facilities to ensure compliance and promote community relations.
• Program Development and Implementation: You will assist in developing and implementing corporate policy, programs, systems, and training materials. You will assure, maintain, and improve EMS programs, conduct annual EMS internal audits, and review/assist with corrective action and objectives.
• 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 Engineering or other related field and 12+ years' relevant experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development is required.
• Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations 50% of the time depending on the initiative being executed.

Other Skills That Make You Stand Out

• Strong knowledge and experience with Regulatory Compliance.
• Capability to synthesize data from multiple resources to build actionable recommendations.
• Mathematical, quantitative and analytical skills.
• Technical writing skills.
• Ability to develop a new way of thinking to drive innovative ideas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and achieve effective time management.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Mobility: Some positions may involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds. In more physically demanding roles, this weight may go up to 70 pounds.
• Standing: You may need to stand for up to eight hours each day, especially during site visits or meetings.
• Weather Conditions: Depending on the job context, you might work in various weather conditions, including exposure to outdoor elements.
• Terrain: If you visit project sites, you may encounter uneven terrain, so mobility and adaptability are essential.

The expected pay range for this position is $180,000 - $222,500 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.

Relocation Package Available Yes

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.