Senior Manager – Environmental Health and Safety

E-Verify Program

. Lead U.S. environmental compliance programs while supporting select health, safety, EHS auditing, and Process Safety Management requirements . Serve as the environmental subject-matter expert for U.S. operations and

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAppleton • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $124,200 - $155,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. environmental compliance, EHS auditing, and Process Safety Management, with a strong focus on regulatory engagement and sustainability initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams, manage compliance projects, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

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Environmental Compliance ManagementEHS AuditingProcess Safety Management (PSM)U.S. Environmental Laws and RegulationsAmmonia Refrigeration Systems Compliance

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Hard Skills

Environmental Compliance ProgramsPermittingReportingInspectionsCorrective ActionsIncident InvestigationsRoot Cause AnalysisEmissions ReductionWaste MinimizationResource Efficiency

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipRelationship BuildingTeam SupervisionCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeEnvironmental Certifications

Industry Keywords

EHSEnvironmental StewardshipSustainability InitiativesOSHA SafetyEnvironmental Management System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead U.S. environmental compliance programs while supporting select health, safety, EHS auditing, and Process Safety Management requirements
Serve as the environmental subject-matter expert for U.S. operations and represent Agropur in environmental forums, regulatory engagements, and external discussions
Represent Agropur on environmental committees and organizations
Provide feedback on priorities, NC Matrix, environmental compliance risks, non-compliance trends, and corrective action status to board and management
Participate in environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives
Supervise dedicated or assigned resources, including the Environmental Manager and PSM Coordinator
Coordinate with site Safety Managers, site champions, and assigned resources
Develop, implement, and maintain the U.S. environmental management system
Ensure compliance across applicable sites, including permitting, reporting, inspections, and corrective actions
Support environmental compliance projects, technical initiatives, and emergency management preparedness
Lead or support projects involving emissions reduction, waste minimization, resource efficiency, carbon footprint, packaging optimization, and eco-friendly communications
Shape and supervise Agropur’s environmental file and evaluate resources required for technical projects and compliance initiatives
Support health and safety initiatives, including incident investigations and root cause analysis
Lead and participate in EHS audits, including environmental compliance, OSHA safety, and PSM audits
Assist with integrating Process Safety Management into internal audits
Support OSHA PSM programs for ammonia refrigeration systems, including compliance audits, documentation review, training verifications, and corrective action tracking
Coordinate and share environmental best practices across U.S. facilities
Manage environmental consulting costs and support site and project budget planning
Prepare official environmental communications to regulatory agencies and internal communications to employees
Build and maintain professional relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory authorities
Manage activities of personnel engaged in shipping cheese and whey products to customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered
Minimum seven (7) years of experience in environmental compliance or EHS roles within U.S. manufacturing or industrial environments required
Master’s Degree or certifications preferred
Knowledge of U.S. environmental laws and regulations
Experience with environmental compliance programs, permitting, reporting, inspections, and corrective actions
Experience with EHS auditing, OSHA safety audits, and Process Safety Management (PSM) audits
Experience supporting OSHA PSM programs for ammonia refrigeration systems
Ability to communicate environmental risks, requirements, and expectations at all levels of the organization
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k) with 7% company contributions
3 weeks Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Advancement Opportunities
Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on physical, financial, and emotional health