SHE Manager

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

This position manages the safety, health and environmental programs of a grain export elevator.  The primary function is to ensure that all facets of the operation adhere to all components of the facility’s LDC SH&E Program and are being conducted in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental and safety rules, laws and regulations.  This position promotes SH&E leadership, keeps all levels of facility management actively involved in the SH&E Program and ensures operations are conducted in a safe and environmentally protective manner.  This position works with minimal direct supervision, must be self-motivated and detail oriented.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Develop, implement and maintain the LDC SH&E Program and written safety, health & environmental programs.  Ensure continual compliance with those programs.
• Develop and provide training to plant employees on safety, health & environmental topics and procedures.
• Investigate safety, health, and environmental incidents.
• Conduct audits of the facility to ensure operations meet safety, health & environmental requirements. 
• Ensure that site environmental permits are current and accurate, and all requirements are met on a continual basis. 
• Prepare and submit safety and environmental regulatory reports as required.  Ensure accuracy of records kept and reports prior to submission.

Additional Responsibilities

• Understand, apply and maintain compliance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental and safety regulations and monitor for new and revised regulations applicable to the plant.

• Monitor, measure and report safety, health & environmental performance.  Develop trend analyses and implement strategies for improvement.

• Assist with the development and implementation of site security, DOT, drug and alcohol, and worker health programs and requirements.

• Develop annual pollution prevention and sustainability goals and targets for the plant and plans to achieve those goals.

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree,  preferred in a technical field and relevant professional certification.
• Valid Driver’s License

Experience

• A combination of 3-5 years of direct experience in safety; occupational health and environmental compliance. 
• Experience working in the grain handling industry preferred. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Strong working knowledge of the regulatory requirements applicable to the facility (e.g., OSHA, EPA, USDA, DOT).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software (e.g., Excel and MS Word).
• Ability to work in a setting that may contain adverse weather conditions and environmental conditions typical of an agricultural commodity and chemical processing plant.
• Ability to climb stairs, use ladders, work at heights, enter confined spaces, withstand extended periods of walking and standing, crawling, and bending.  Ability to lift 50 pounds. 

Equipment Used

• Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, copy machine.
• Safety and environmental testing equipment.

Working Conditions

• Climate-controlled office environment, plant environment, outside in all climate conditions.
• The extension of regular working hours is occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects, manage periods of heavy workload, and attend training and meetings or respond to emergencies.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, multi-task and keep well organized schedules and files.
• Some travel required for seminars, to meet with company and regulatory officials, and to visit other plant locations.
• Work in an environment where adverse weather gases, vapors, dust, noise and odors are present.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) shall be worn as required.
• Must be able to work at heights, walk on a catwalk and on top of grain bins.

Employee Supervision

• Supervises SHE Coordinator.
• Has an indirect supervisory role as member of the management team.

Decision Making/Accountability

• Is accountable for the development and implementation of programs that meet safety, health & environmental strategies.  Utilizes a broad understanding of federal and state government regulations relating to plant operations, and maintains understanding with constantly changing laws and regulations.  Provides support to all levels of plant management for compliance with Company standards and regulatory safety, health & environmental regulations.  Held accountable by both the LDC Regional Head of SH&E - North America and the Facility Manager.  Works with little direct supervision.  Must be self-motivated, well organized and detail oriented.

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us