Director of EHS
About The Position
The Director of EHS leads and develops the Environmental, Health and Safety team and partners with plant leadership to improve EH&S performance across the business unit. The role develops strategies aligned with corporate goals, reduces operational risk, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. It oversees workplace hazard prevention, environmental protection, regulatory documentation, incident response, injury cases, and EH&S training. The position is based onsite in Lexington, Ohio, and follows a Monday-Friday schedule. The role supports manufacturing facilities and contributes to the company’s sustainable packaging work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree; preferably in EH&S or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in a safety management role.
- Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations and management systems.
- Experience with Process Safety and Risk Management programs.
- Experience developing, managing, and implementing workers’ compensation claims management programs.
- Experience leading and coaching teams to improve business processes and operational performance.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in EH&S.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the EH&S team and collaborate with leaders from senior leadership to front-line employees.
- Track key performance indicators and lead continuous improvement efforts across the business unit.
- Develop EH&S strategies aligned with corporate goals and aimed at reducing operational risk.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EH&S regulations through effective processes and accurate reporting.
- Conduct observations, inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and eliminate workplace hazards.
- Manage hazardous chemicals and lead efforts to prevent environmental pollution.
- Oversee regulatory documentation, recordkeeping, and permitting, meeting required deadlines.
- Lead incident response and investigations and drive corrective and preventive actions through practical engineering solutions.
- Oversee workplace injury cases in accordance with workers’ compensation practices and the transitional return-to-work program.
- Deliver EH&S training, including new-hire orientation and contractor communication.
Benefits
- Employee ownership with equity shares beginning on the first day.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire.
- Holiday pay.
- Paid vacation.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities.
- Training and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
