Senior EHS Manager

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp; Monmouth (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior EHS Manager to oversee the Environmental, Health, and Safety department at our Monmouth location. You will lead regulatory compliance for worker safety, environmental programs, PSM, RMP, and EMS, guiding implementation of Injury Prevention System and training initiatives.

You will build and mentor the EHS team, manage reporting, drive continuous improvement, and ensure timely regulatory submissions while sustaining a safe, compliant site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, health and safety field with 8+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management or project leadership.
• Experience handling multiple assignments, meeting deadlines, and on-call status as needed.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater operations, regulatory programs, environmental regulations, OSHA, PSM, and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and systems for the site and coordinate with management for continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop the EHS team through policy administration, planning, and follow-up.
• Ensure training compliance and effective documentation for regulatory requirements and EMS/ISO programs.
• Investigate issues, implement corrective actions, and drive KPI improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

EHS program management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Your Opportunity Are you ready to oversee a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) department alongside some of the best-in-class Safety leaders in the industry?

As the Senior EHS Manager, you will lead regulatory requirements in areas such as Worker Safety, Environmental, Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management Program (RMP), Security, Water/Wastewater Operations, and Medical Management. You will lead the charge in the implementation of EHS programs, communicate initiatives relating to Smithfield’s Injury Prevention System (SIPS) and Environmental Management System (EMS), as well as provide direction regarding compliance, training, and EHS practices at all levels within the location.

Core Responsibilities

Management Systems: This role manages Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and management systems for the location. Tasks include ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards, proper coordination with site and corporate management personnel for the Site Security Plan, and implanting strategies for continuous improvement of EHS processes and systems.

Staff: You are responsible for managing the EHS team through delegation, policy and procedure administration, work assignment, planning, organizing, and providing follow-up. You will develop a professional team at the location and foster an environment of development and growth.

Training: You will be accountable for ensuring training is conducted as required by regulatory and Smithfield EHS systems.

Metrics and Documentation: You are responsible for timely completion and submittal of all regulatory reports and performance as well as conformance to ISO EHS program requirements. You will develop metric reports to track completion of EHS opportunities and ensure effective documentation at the location.

Key Performance Indicators: Your responsibility includes maintaining compliance with Key Performance Indicators and communicate action plans to your team based on results.

Solutions: You will lead thorough investigations to completely, identify and implement corrective actions, and oversee the implementation strategies for continuous improvement of processes at the location.

The above 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a field that adds value in the environmental, health and safety field and 8+ years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
• Seasoned at handling multiple assignments simultaneously, setting goals, and completing commitments on schedule.
• Accustomed to working long hours, weekends, and remaining in an on-call status when required.
• Energized by collaboration through travel on an occasional basis.
• Preferred - Consistent with job and business necessity Thorough knowledge of wastewater operations, regulatory programs, and environmental regulations. OSHA regulations and Process Safety Management requirements. Workers' compensation processes and incident investigations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet utilization. Strong oral and written communication skills for drafting reports, business correspondence, and procedures in English.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides leadership and guidance to employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing EHS team candidates and training employees; developing effective EHS team members; assisting, providing appraisal on the performance of the EHS team as well as addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non- weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Indoor and outdoor work environments. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand; walk; use stairs, some ladder climbing, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. Work alternate shifts and some weekends. Ability to deliver information to diverse audiences. Fundamental mathematical skills for managing Key Performance Indicators. Embody respect, approachability, and a team-oriented demeanor for fostering robust working relationships and cultivating a positive work environment. Thrive in collaborating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The expected pay range for this position is $115,000 - $150,000 annually.

Pay and Benefits

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.

Learn more about our benefits package here.

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.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. “Good food. Responsibly.” is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.

Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.

Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs.

Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.

We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered inSmithfield, Virginia,since 1936,Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.

For more information, visitwww.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities.

Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich®, and Nathan's Famous®, among many others.

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