Director, Health, Safety, Security & Environmental
Pelican•South Deerfield, MA
•$175,000 - $195,000•Onsite
About The Position
Pelican is seeking a strategic and influential Director, Environment, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS) to lead our global EHSS function across Technical Packaging operations. As the senior EHSS leader, you will partner with executive leadership to develop and execute enterprise-wide strategies that protect employees, safeguard assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and support sustainable business growth. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, risk management, and operational excellence across a global manufacturing organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive EHSS leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or related environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-site or global EHSS programs and initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, occupational health, workers' compensation, environmental compliance, and risk management programs.
- Experience conducting regulatory compliance audits, incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action management.
- Strong occupational health expertise, including ergonomics, human factors, and injury prevention programs.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate with leaders and employees at all organizational levels.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EHSS management systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute Pelican's global EHSS strategy, objectives, and performance metrics aligned with business goals
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on EHSS risks, compliance requirements, and emerging industry trends
- Lead the development of governance frameworks, management systems, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive world-class EHSS performance
- Present EHSS performance, risk assessments, and strategic initiatives to executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Lead EHSS programs across global manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company standards
- Champion a safety-first culture through employee engagement, leadership accountability, and proactive risk reduction initiatives
- Oversee audits, assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action programs to continuously improve safety performance
- Drive injury prevention, occupational health, ergonomics, and workplace risk management programs
- Establish and monitor EHSS KPIs to support data-driven decision-making and operational excellence
- Provide strategic oversight of physical security programs protecting employees, facilities, intellectual property, and company assets
- Lead emergency preparedness, crisis management, and business continuity planning efforts
- Partner with Operations and Security leadership to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies across the enterprise
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, environmental permitting, hazardous waste, and other regulatory requirements
- Monitor evolving regulations and proactively implement compliance strategies across the organization
- Lead environmental sustainability initiatives and support corporate responsibility objectives
- Evaluate environmental and operational risks associated with acquisitions, expansions, and new business initiatives
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global EHSS organization
- Establish performance expectations, succession plans, and development programs for EHSS professionals
- Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning throughout the organization
- Lead EHSS management systems, reporting platforms, and compliance processes to ensure audit readiness and operational excellence
- Drive continuous improvement through analytics, benchmarking, technology, and industry best practices
- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Facilities, HR, Security, and Product Development to embed EHSS principles throughout the business
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive paid time off plans
- Holiday pay
- Extra vacation purchase opportunities
- 401k plan – with immediate match
- Health Savings Account Contribution
- Wellness Discount Program
- Global Mental Wellness Program
- Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
- Peer to Peer Recognition Program
- Service Recognition Program
- Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear
- Employee referral program
- Onsite Gym
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
