Environmental Compliance Leader at Johnsonville Sausage LLC in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin

Job Description:

At Johnsonville, our members are responsible for everything! If you're passionate about making a difference, we want you to help make our products, our processes, our communities and each other better. Since 1945, Wisconsin-based Johnsonville has proudly made our products in the U.S.A.! Our family-owned company has grown from a small butcher shop to the No. 1 national sausage brand. We employ 3,000+ members. Johnsonville products are enjoyed in 45 countries and served in 130 sports stadiums throughout the U.S. Johnsonville, LLC Environmental Compliance Leader Position Overview: The Environmental Compliance Leader will manage the environmental compliance duties within the organization. You will work closely with the company's sanitarian, sanitation teams, maintenance teams and safety leaders to monitor chemical use and provide guidance on hazardous chemical disposal and the consequences chemicals might have at the treatment plants. This position will work closely with the WWTP operators and provide support with operations, DMRs, waste disposal, construction projects, regulation research, etc. The Environmental Leader will work closely with the yards and grounds team to assist with any stormwater issues and to ensure pond maintenance and wildlife management are safe and comply with laws. You will complete the Sheboygan campus facilities wastewater, stormwater, potable water, air emissions, Tier II and RMPs permits. Responsibilities:

• Work closely with other plant maintenance coordinators, utility leaders and project managers to drive improvement in the areas of environmental compliance
• Perform internal auditing, environmental training, and driving standardization and continuous improvement throughout the organization
• Interface with State and Federal agencies, provide internal guidance on regulatory issues, manage the regulatory compliance of all Johnsonville facilities, and support business expansion
• Drive the continuous improvement and implementation of the company's environmental program, updating and developing new risk-based programs to promote performance improvements and reduce risk
• Communicate significant risk issues to the operations and senior leaders concerning environmental incidents and reporting, root-cause assessments, corrective actions, and non-compliance to drive change and improvements from the top down
• Ensure full environmental compliance with federal and state regulations, environmental policies and company procedures across JVL facilities
• Ensure all Johnsonville facility permits and written plans are in place and maintained
• Lead the campus hazmat team and will co-lead the corporate PSM/RMP committee with PSM and support
• Serve as Internal auditor to EHS/EMS & PSM Elements internal auditor
• Develop and drive continuous improvement by creating proactive solutions and revising standard procedures and practices as needed to achieve and maintain environmental and operational excellence
• Establish and maintain relationships with peer groups, trade associations and customers to support EHS and business functions
• Occasional travel by car or air to other Johnsonville locations or vendors

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required

Experience:

• 5 years of experience leading environmental compliance in a manufacturing environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles, including air, stormwater, wastewater, drinking water, EPCRA, SARA, RMP, waste management, Oil Spill Prevention
• Knowledge of EMS systems
• Knowledgeable in the relationship of Federal, state, and local regulations and where to find specific laws and guidance documents
• Up to 30% travel required

Competencies: Ability to foster teamwork, work as part of a team, and coach others. Decision-making skills. Problem management. Project management. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Problem/situation analysis. Analytical thinking skills. Judgement. Location: Global Headquarters, Sheboygan Falls, WI (Flex/Hybrid Negotiable) Coach: Director of environment, Health & Safety Member Status: Full Time, Salaried Benefits: Members have potential for a monthly bonus, 401k with a company match and profit sharing. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage;flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, onsite medical clinic and tuition reimbursement! About our Company Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 3,000 Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself! How to Apply: External Members : www.careers.johnsonville.com Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We value the diversity of our workforce and we embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. M/F/Vet/Disability Johnsonville values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country. We support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

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