Golden Grain Energy, LLC is interested in hiring talented and highly motivated team players who will benefit our operations, staff, and the success of our company.
The Director of Safety & Compliance leads the Company’s environmental, health, safety, regulatory, and clean-fuel compliance programs. This position ensures compliance with applicable requirements, manages organizational risk, oversees required training and reporting, and promotes a strong culture of safety and compliance. The Director serves as a primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, consultants, and other external partners and works closely with Company leadership and operations.
Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance programs. Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA requirements and oversee safety training, inspections, incident prevention, corrective actions. Maintain environmental permits, required reporting, recordkeeping, and compliance programs related to air, water, hazardous materials, and other applicable regulations. Oversee regulatory inspections, audits, agency communications, and corrective actions. Manage applicable clean-fuel compliance programs, including RFS2/RINs, 45Z, LCFS, carbon-intensity documentation, and third-party verification. Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership regarding compliance risks and requirements associated with operational changes and projects. Develop and maintain compliance procedures, internal controls, records, training requirements, and reporting calendars.
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Occupational Safety, Compliance, or a related field preferred, with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in environmental, health, safety, regulatory, or clean-fuel compliance.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 training required. Experience within ethanol production, renewable fuels, industrial manufacturing, or a similarly regulated environment strongly preferred.
Responsible for plant operations to ensure maximum quality and quantity
in accordance with the company’s operation objectives while maintaining a safe environment.
Follow standard operating procedures for operation of plant and associated equipment.
Keep the facility clean and safe taking into account all local city, state and federal laws
and regulations in all operations of the plant.
Keep and record an accurate and timely log, including; Lock out tag out, confined space, and hot work permits as required. Complete required training and show desire to grow and develop your career.
No prior experience required. Prior production experience is helpful. Duties may include
lifting at least 60 pounds, climbing ladders and working at heights of at least 30 feet.
Must have ability to work safely with exposure
to all elements of weather, loud noise, and dusty
conditions including chemicals and heavy moving machinery. Must have ability to manage confined space entry strenuous physical labor.
Our full time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package which includes:
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