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.

Lead the future of environmental, health, and safety excellence across our Live Operations network. As the Manager of Combustible Dust Safety Management, Environmental, Health and Safety, you will champion world-class safety programs by driving compliance with NFPA 660 standards, implementing innovative risk mitigation strategies, and advancing a proactive safety culture. You will partner closely with operations, engineering, and cross-functional leaders to integrate EHS best practices into daily operations, oversee combustible dust safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

This role is ideal for a collaborative, technically skilled leader who is passionate about protecting people, strengthening operational resilience, and delivering continuous improvements that support safe, efficient, and sustainable operations.

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…