EHS Specialist

Our client is one of America’s premier agribusiness and food companies, and is a member-owned cooperative with industry-leading operations that span the spectrum from agricultural production to consumer foods. With 2022 annual sales of $19B, the are one of the nation’s largest cooperatives, ranking 232 on the Fortune 500. Building on a legacy of more than 100 years of operation, they today operates some of the most respected brands in agribusiness and food production including Dairy Foods, Animal Nutrition, others. The company does business in all 50 states and more than 60 countries.

Their location at St. Joseph Missouri is a specialty plant for the chemical manufacturing of plant food, plant protection and nutrition products. Due to continued growth and the desire to maintained excellent EHS standards, they are looking for a talented EHS Specialist to join there team.  The EHS Specialist will oversee all regulations regarding site air emissions, storm water permit, SPCC plan, and Wastewater permits.

What YOU get to DO in this high profile position:

• PSM/RMP – Work with a variety of internal and third-party resources to identify discrete tasks required for PSM and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) compliance. Implement and coordinate the completion of those tasks and maintain the proper documentation and files. Responsible for compliance with all Federal, State and Local requirements pertaining to OSHA Process Safety Management and EPA Risk Management Program requirements.   
• Environmental Program Compliance – Manage regulatory requirements and responsible for site air emissions, storm water permit, SPCC plan, and Wastewater permit.
• Environmental Reporting – Responsible for completing the annual EPA reports including SARA Tier II, Pesticide Production Report, and Toxic Release Inventory. 
• EHS Program Implementation – Collaborate with the EHS Manager in the implementation and maintenance of safety programs. 
• Assist in developing the annual operating and capital budget for maintaining compliance with chemical safety and environmental regulatory requirements.

What you NEED to SUCCEED in this challenging role:

• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a technical field emphasizing math and science
• 2-5 years Environmental Health and Safety experience
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred with increasing responsibility regarding leading employees and implementation of production safety programs

What is in it for YOU at this “Best Places to Work” company?

• Work with one of the most recognized brands in the dairy Food industry that offers advancement opportunities
• Attractive salary and wages, annual incentives, bonus plan and opportunities for recognition
• Financial well-being by offering Retirement Plans, Income protection, HSA and more
• Focus on Health and Wellness through a comprehensive Benefits package and counseling programs
• All benefits kick in on day 1!

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