Darigold is looking for a Director, Environmental Compliance to join our team. This position will report to Darigold’s Senior Director, Environmental Compliance. The Director, Environmental Compliance is responsible for leading Environmental regulatory compliance and best management practices through the implementation of the Darigold Environmental Management System across all Darigold facilities.
The Director, Environmental Compliance will work closely with Plant Managers, Environmental Managers and Plant EHS Managers to effectively coordinate and implement critical environmental programs to assure compliance with all regulatory requirements, government agency mandates and expectations and Darigold’s environmental policies. This position is also expected to effectively respond to environmental incidents and operational upsets.
What You Will Do
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local requirements governing environmental protection standards by staying current with federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
- Interface with various regulatory agencies, plant staff, Environmental Managers and the corporate Environmental team as needed.
- Monitor environmental compliance and assure timely internal and external reporting and data input into Darigold’s tracking systems. Alert and advise Environmental Managers, Plant Managers and corporate Environmental staff when permit and/or compliance issues develop.
- Respond and provide guidance and assistance for all emergency situations.
- Implement all aspects of environmental investigations, data analysis, recurrence prevention programs and continuous improvement procedures.
- Lead a team of direct reports including Environmental Managers, Environmental Specialists and/or Environmental Technicians.
- Travel periodically to Darigold plants and offices.
What You Bring
- 8 years of experience managing environmental compliance programs in a manufacturing field or related industry.
- Bachelor’s degree required in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- 3 years of experience leading and managing teams, either direct or indirect.
- Professional communication skills and ability to respond effectively to environmental compliance issues, inquiries and/or complaints of critical importance. Also, must be able to clearly communicate under pressure. Team leadership skills are also critical.
- Ability to analyze data, write and submit Must be able to maintain environmental compliance software systems and utilize data to drive continuous improvement. Develop and deliver presentations on compliance topics to plant management, plant staff and public groups when requested by Darigold’s Chief Production Officer.
- Communicate technical and complex concepts and requirements. Must be able to conduct technical training and engage employees in an effective learning experience.
- Pursue and productively participate in continuing technical education as deemed necessary by Darigold’s Chief Production Officer.
Benefits Of Working At Darigold
We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:
- 401k competitive employer matching
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
- Employer paid life & disability coverage
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 8 weeks paid parental leave
- Education assistance
- Employee assistance program
- Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program
Our Commitment To Diversity
Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.