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Summary: The EHSS Manager is responsible for maintaining environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance at the plant level. They maintain plant EHSS procedures, plans, and incident investigations. This position works under the immediate supervision of the VP of EHSS with matrixed reporting to the Plant Manager. Responsibilities also include training, compliance documentation, inspecting company facilities, and corrective action implementation to ensure compliance to stablished regulations and create a zero-harm work environment. To achieve this end, the EHSS Manager will spend a significant amount of time in the operating facility working directly with plant employees and management to promote EHSS expectations through training, coaching, and direct feedback.  This position may direct one or more plant EHSS Specialists or Assistants. Proven EHSS leadership is necessary for this position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage facility air and water permits, SWPPP, SPCC, FRP, TRI, Tier II, HazWaste, FCC, FAA, HazMat, and other Regulatory Compliance records and reports
• Conduct Environment, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) training in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Promote EHSS awareness at the plant and monitor for EHSS compliance
• Elect and provide leadership for the EHSS committee
• Communicate with the EHSS committee and follow through with their suggestions and concerns
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures to surpass those required by local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to EHSS. Support corporate initiatives, as defined
• Conduct investigations for all EHSS related incidents and near misses
• Implement containment and corrective actions for all incidents
• Maintain all regulatory records to comply with inspections by state and federal agencies
• Submit required regulatory and internal reporting in a complete and timely manner
• Maintain inventory on all EHSS supplies and PPE
• Assist production/maintenance team with improvement projects that support our objectives
• Potentially lead a team of EHSS Specialists to create a strong and cohesive talent pool.

Qualifications:

• A personal commitment to employee safety, health and environmental compliance
• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field required
• 5 years of experience in EHSS, preferably in management
• Proven ability to organize and lead people and projects
• Some travel is required, seasonally, and to support company growth and development
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations dealing with Title V, NPDES, SWPPP, SPCC, PSM, OSHA standards, air, water and waste, EAP, FRP, RMP, water use and discharge, LDAR
• Professional Attributes: Detail-oriented; proficiency for accuracy; dependable; positive attitude; team player
• Strong MS Office experience and proficiency with developing and using spreadsheets and/or databases.
• Ability to multi-task and take ownership of assigned projects
• Strong internal and external communication skills, both written and verbal
• Exceptional organizational skills as they pertain to record-keeping and reporting
• Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques
• Ability to lead by example
• Valid driver’s license required

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• This position requires frequent presence in manufacturing and processing areas, which may involve exposure to moving mechanical equipment, noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, and varying temperatures (hot/cold).

• Ability to work in both office and industrial plant environments, shifting between administrative duties and hands-on safety oversight in production areas.

• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, climb stairs/ladders, and occasionally work at heights or in confined spaces while conducting inspections and audits.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated plant areas (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves etc.).

• Some lifting of materials and equipment up to [20–50 lbs.] may occasionally be required.

• Occasional travel to other facilities, trainings, or industry events may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Shift(s):  Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm

Compensation: $117,000 annually

Salaried Incentive Plan: Annual Bonus (based on company milestones and individual performance as determined by the Company) will be included in total compensation package. (only for salaried roles)

Green Plains Inc. offers competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching. All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for plant-based roles to comply with applicable child labor laws.

Green Plains does not provide immigration-related employment sponsorship for new hires (for example, H-1B, F-1 OPT, TN, or other work visas). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be able to maintain ongoing work authorization without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Company Description: 

Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on disciplined execution and leadership in lowcarbon biofuels and highvalue ingredients. The company operates a performancedriven platform focused on maximizing yield, lowering carbon intensity, and delivering longterm value through responsible capital deployment.

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