Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Manager - Bozeman, MT

Darigold is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to join our team. This role will support our Production Plant in Bozeman, MT. This position reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for leading HSE performance improvement, regulatory compliance and best management practices. This position collaborates and partners with Plant Management to effectively coordinate and implement critical HSE processes to create an engaged and empowered culture that achieves continual process improvement. This position is expected to effectively respond to all HSE incidents and operational upsets. In addition to working closely with key members of the plant staff, this role will have dotted line reporting to the Vice President, HSE.

The HSE Manager will work onsite at our Bozeman Plant in Bozeman, MT.

Darigold is the fifth largest dairy cooperative in the United States based on milk volume and one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in the state of Washington. Since 1918, our producers have taken pride in producing dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Today, we are one of the nation's largest agricultural cooperatives, producing over 8.5 billion pounds of milk every year. Through innovative technology and our efficient, flexible production capabilities, we deliver value added products and customer-driven solutions. Darigold is now known throughout the world for bringing fresh, wholesome dairy products and ingredients from the Northwest to people all around the globe.

 What You Will Do:

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local requirements governing environmental protection, occupational safety, and health standards by staying current and informed on federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, plant staff, and the corporate HSE team as needed.
• Assist the corporate Environmental team with addressing site compliance challenges related to Darigold’s Clean Water Act (NPDES) wastewater discharge permit and a stormwater pollution prevention permit (includes Darigold’s Bozeman Site Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan). Tasks involve wastewater and stormwater sampling, working with third party labs, various data reporting, site inspections and completion of corrective actions.
• Work with the corporate Environmental team to address Clean Air Act issues such as greenhouse gas emissions reporting and emission source assessments. 
• Accurately track energy consumption and water usage, along with waste generation (primarily universal wastes) and various waste minimization/reduction efforts.
• Monitor environmental compliance and ensure timely internal and external reporting and data input into Darigold’s tracking systems. Alert and advise the Site Director and Vice President, HSE when permit and/or compliance issues develop.
• Monitor occupational safety and health compliance and ensure timely internal and external reporting and data input into Darigold’s tracking systems. Alert and advise the Plant Manager and the Vice President, HSE when HSE issues develop.
• Respond and provide guidance and assistance for all emergencies.
• Support Operations on all incident investigations and lead the root cause analysis process to identify causal factors and actions to prevent recurrence.
• Directly support delivery of all HSE training for all levels of employees.
• Lead plant HSE Committee team efforts and continue to develop the HSE team program.
• Provide technical assistance and plant support for all Darigold’s HSE programs as requested by the Plant Manager.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, plant staff and the corporate HSE team as needed.
• Develop and/or update all OSHA-required programs on an annual basis.
• Work with plant management to develop and/or update machine-specific Lockout/Tagout procedures and Confined Space procedures using Brady Link 360.
• Ensure medical case management processes are understood and followed for all injuries.
• Visibly lead health and safety initiatives in the plant through planned audits, coaching sessions and daily walkthroughs.
• Coordinate required industrial hygiene activities including noise dosimetry, sound level mapping, chemical monitoring and ergonomic evaluations.
• Facilitate Darigold’s annual environmental training event at the assigned site (Bozeman).  

 What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Health, Safety and Environment, Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety or a related field. A combination of an Associate's degree and directly related HSE compliance experience may be considered. Other degree and/or experience combinations may also be considered.
• Professional certification is desirable, but not required (Certified Safety Professional, Certified Safety & Health Manager, etc.).
• 5 to 7 years of directly related experience in EHS compliance in the dairy foods processing industry is preferred.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to respond effectively to HSE compliance issues, inquiries and/or complaints are of critical importance. Also, must be able to communicate clearly under pressure. Team leadership skills are also necessary. Must be highly visible in the plant and follow-through on commitments.
• Analyze data, write and submit reports. Must be able to maintain HSE 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 the Vice President, HSE.
• Communicate technical and complex HSE 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 the Vice President, HSE & Plant Manager.

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
• Compensation range: $72,754-$109,030 (individual wage based on previous experience, knowledge and skills)

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.

Salary : $72,754 - $109,030