As a result of growth in our U.S. operations, our U.S. Country Office in St. Louis, Missouri provides leadership and support to our operating facilities and employees across the country.

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.

We currently have the opportunity for a Manager, Environment, Health & Safety to join our team in St. Louis, MO at our U.S. Country Office. Reporting to the AVP, Engineering Services and EH&S, this position will provide support to Richardsons facility management teams, within the United States, to ensure they maintain and achieve compliance with their ongoing regulatory, industry, and corporate objectives.

The position will lead the development, integration, delivery, and ongoing management of environmental, security, and health and safety initiatives by implementing effective programs and systems which monitor and promote a safe working environment, and regulatory and corporate compliance. In addition, the Manager, Environment, Health & Safety will actively represent Richardson International on applicable US-based industry committees and working groups and contribute to enhancing operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities:

Act as the primary advisor to the facility management teams within the United States on all EH&S-related subject matters

Ensure management (facility, business unit and corporate) is kept abreast on relevant EH&S matters pertaining to the assigned region(s) and / or business unit(s)

Travel to each operating facility to meet onsite with facility managers, safety reps, and committees to determine EH&S-support priorities and needs

Deliver and facilitate training programs and content, both in person and virtually to support regulatory compliance and development of safety culture

Promote effective and efficient EH&S-related communications, via Safety Committee Meetings, Toolbox Talks, employee and contractor orientations, etc., to facilitate a safe and efficient working environment

Perform facility audits and inspections to evaluate the level of compliance with various regulatory, industry, and corporate standards while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement

Lead the drafting of corporate and site-specific operating procedures and programs, considerate of Corporate and US regulatory standards

Provide proactive emergency planning assistance and incident response support

Assist with conducting incident investigations to identify and report on hazards and recommend corrective action(s) to ensure applicable reporting requirements are met consistently

Partner with Human Resources and facility management on implementing effective Disability Management programs for workplace injuries

Work with sites to ensure the accurate and timely completion of all periodic regulatory reporting requirements (I.e. OSHA300, US BLS, State EPAs, etc.)

Ensure all Federal, State and / or local government operating approvals are maintained in good standing and that facilities are working in accordance with these operating approvals to maintain compliance

Participate in strategic planning of annual objectives, goals and measurements as they apply to EH&S matters, in conjunction with the Department Manager

Proactively liaise with applicable OHS-based industry associations to ensure the positions and interests of the agri-business and food processing sectors are appropriately communicated and considered in the development of industry best practices; and

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

7 to 10 years of working experience in an occupational, environmental, health, safety or related role

Strong working knowledge of Federal & State workplace, health, and safety regulations with the ability to review and interpret legislation

Proven experience working with regulators to manage through worksite inspections, and citations with knowledge of Federal & State OSHA and EPA requirements

Prior experience managing multi-site/multi-jurisdiction EH&S programs

Successful completion of a degree, diploma, or certificate program in Occupational or Environmental Health & Safety

Possess or are working towards a recognized EH&S designation (i.e. CSP) within 24 months

Experience working within an agribusiness, food processing, and/or the manufacturing sector in both union and non-union environments would be an asset

Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Demonstrate proven adult education, facilitation and training skills

Ability to travel within North America

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. Richardson is recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing with over 4,000 employees across the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and supporting our communities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by November 4, 2026.

Richardson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.