Manager of Combustible Dust Safety Management, Environmental, Health and Safety

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and food service customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals.

We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive.
That's Perdue.

The Manager, Combustible Dust Safety Management and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), Live Operations will manage ongoing compliance for combustible dust safety programs. The role requires technical knowledge of NFPA 660, the Standard for Combustible Dusts and Particle Solids. The Manager will implement world-class NFPA 660 and EHS business practices, engineered solutions, risk mitigation processes, and compliance efforts. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, leads an initiative-taking culture within the facilities managed, and regularly provides project management ownership, while minimizing operational risk, protecting employees, contractors, communities, and assets.

The position will manage organizational dust testing, coordinate Dust Hazard Analyses (DHAs), oversee technical training and ensure that all engineering controls, explosion protections, and management systems meet applicable regulatory and corporate standards. The position will partner with live operations and engineering leadership to integrate EHS standards into day-to-day activities, continuously improve safety and environmental performance, and support business continuity in dynamic, real-time operational environments.

The salary range for this position is $101,000 - $151,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

• Manage implementation of process safety management principles applicable to combustible dust hazards within regional operations.
• Manage mechanical integrity programs for critical combustible dust protection systems.
• Manage enterprise standards for inspection, testing, and maintenance of dust collectors, rotary valves, isolation devices, explosion venting systems, and explosion suppression systems.
• Manage and maintain all Dust Hazard Analysis documentation and ensure mandatory 5-year updates and reviews are completed on schedule.
• Function as a subject matter expert for NFPA 660 within the region and direct gap assessments, testing, and hazard mitigation across all sites.
• Ensure effectiveness through audits and field assessments.
• Interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, insurance providers, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspectors during facility audits.
• Support the corporation's technical authority for combustible dust safety, explosion prevention, explosion protection, and combustible particle solids management.
• Leverage external expertise to benchmark company programs against industry-leading practices and emerging regulatory expectations.
• Administer established technical standards, approved risk mitigation strategies, and technical guidance regarding NFPA 660 integration and implementation.
• Manage Management of Change reviews and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews for modifications to dust-handling equipment.
• Support…