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Indianapolis, IN plant or North Kansas City, MO plant

On-Site

As a Process Safety & Environmental Manager, you will provide technical leadership and coordination for process safety programs, risk management activities, and environmental compliance activities that support safe, reliable, and compliant operations. This position serves as the segments process safety subject matter expert and partners with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, and external consultants to identify and reduce process safety and environmental risks across all Texture & Healthful Solution US/CAN manufacturing facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as the process safety and environmental leader for a diverse network of manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada. You'll have a direct impact on operational safety, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction while partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. In this highly visible role, you'll lead critical process safety initiatives, influence business decisions, support major capital projects, and help shape the future of safety and environmental performance across the organization. If you're looking for a position that combines technical expertise, strategic leadership, and broad organizational impact, this role offers an exceptional platform for growth and career advancement. This role reports to the Senior Manager, EHSS, T&HS US/Canada and has 50% travel expectation.

• Lead and support process safety programs across the business segment, including OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM), EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP), Combustible Dust, and Dry Thermal compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), Dust Hazard Analyses (DHAs), Dry Thermal Reviews (DTRs), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs), and Management of Change (MOC) processes to identify and mitigate operational risks.
• Chair the North America Process Safety Committee and drive continuous improvement through process safety performance monitoring, action management, and leadership reporting.
• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and process safety programs, policies, and procedures while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead and support process safety incident investigations, audits, compliance reviews, and insurance inspections, ensuring timely completion of corrective actions and audit recommendations.
• Provide technical process safety guidance to Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, EHS, and contractors, and support capital projects through design reviews, hazard assessments, and startup readiness activities.
• Build process safety competency across the organization through training, coaching, mentoring, and partnership with reliability and maintenance teams to strengthen mechanical integrity programs and safeguard critical equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety, Risk Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental, health and safety (EHS), process safety, or engineering roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with regulatory agencies and ensuring compliance with applicable environmental and process safety regulations.
• Experience conducting environmental and Process Safety Management (PSM) audits, managing corrective actions, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting requirements and experience supporting permit applications, renewals, and compliance activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proven analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive results.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% as required.

• Results-driven leader with strong project management skills, a proven ability to execute priorities, and an exemplary work ethic.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization while building strong, trusted relationships.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive approach to risk identification, mitigation, and decision-making.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism, with the adaptability to navigate ambiguity and drive effective outcomes.

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredients uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

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Within Region Pay Range: $123,500.00-$164,700.00 Annual This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose - to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.