EHS/PSM Specialist

Seaboard Corporation•Sioux City, IA

23d

About The Position

The EHS Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations under local, state, and federal agencies. This position emphasizes environmental programs such as stormwater management, air permitting, SPCC, hazardous materials, and EPA compliance, while supporting occupational safety initiatives. The EHS Specialist will work closely with management to maintain regulatory compliance and implement best practices for environmental stewardship and worker safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to think and communicate in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as applications, training materials and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply mathematical applications to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical, diagram, written and/or verbal form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to use computers and all standard programs used by the industry and the ability to learn and effectively use any and all other computer programs that are or will be made available.
Strong analytical and organizational skills are required.
Must have the ability to manage multiple projects and meet regulatory deadlines.
Must hold a valid driver’s license due to periodic business travel.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to move about the facility.
Ability to stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; speak; hear taste and smell.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to be physically capable of being on the facility’s HazMat team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Safety, or related field is preferred.
Preferred experience includes 3–5 years in environmental compliance within manufacturing or food processing; knowledge of EPA, RCRA, SPCC, OSHA, and air permitting regulations.

Responsibilities

Assist in the management of environmental compliance programs including stormwater, air emissions, wastewater, and SPCC plans.
Maintain and submit required reports to EPA, state agencies, and local authorities.
Oversee hazardous waste management, including proper storage, labeling, and disposal in accordance with RCRA.
Conduct environmental audits and inspections to ensure compliance with permits and regulations.
Develop and maintain environmental management systems (EMS) and sustainability initiatives.
Coordinate sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping for environmental programs.
Respond to environmental incidents and lead root cause investigations.
Ensure compliance with Title V air permits, stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), and spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements.
Be a participant in the facility’s HazMat team.
Assist with OSHA compliance programs and participate in safety audits.
Support emergency response planning, including HazMat team participation.
Provide training on environmental and safety topics to employees and management.
Participate in safety committee meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Facilitate PSM programs: MOC, PHAs, PSSR, incident investigation
Maintain documentation, training records, KPIs, and database updates
Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance
Interface with plant personnel, contractors, and regulatory bodies