Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Emerson Electric Co. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Are you a seasoned Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leader with a track record of success across multiple locations? Emerson is seeking a dynamic Director of Environmental Health & Safety to champion our safety culture and drive strategic EHS initiatives across our manufacturing and distribution center operations. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing comprehensive EHS strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering operational excellence. This is an ideal opportunity for a result-driven professional who thrives in complex environments, makes sound decisions under pressure, and builds trust across diverse teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment at a senior level
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations
• Proven ability to lead change, influence culture, and drive EHS performance
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills
• Planning and prioritization - manage multiple projects and activities
• Willingness and ability to travel, up to 50% each year
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene/Safety, Environmental/Safety, Safety engineering Familiarity with foundry operations and energy efficiency technologies
• Spanish-English Bi-Lingual Capability
• Certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) are a plus
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to influence across functions and levels, fostering collaboration and innovation
• Multisite or global manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the execution of comprehensive EHS strategies aligned with Appleton Group's business objectives and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to elevate safety culture and performance across all sites, ensuring alignment with Emerson's corporate standards.
• Monitor, analyze, and report safety KPIs, trends, and performance metrics to executive leadership, providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, proactively addressing risks and regulatory changes.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste management, air and water quality monitoring, and sustainability initiatives.
• Lead investigations of incidents, near-misses, and property damage; identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, leading responses to audits, inspections, and compliance inquiries.
• Support capital projects by integrating safety planning and risk mitigation strategies throughout project lifecycles.
• Champion employee safety training programs and behavioral safety initiatives, fostering engagement and accountability.
• Coordinate and facilitate all required safety and health training, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all locations.
• Build strong partnerships with operations leaders and employees to promote a culture of safety, ownership, and discipline.
• Assist in managing workers' compensation cases, including safety planning and return-to-work strategies.

Benefits

• We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial and social needs.
• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), Profit-Sharing, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
• Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees