Sr. Director, EHS

Menasha Corporation•Neenah, WI

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Director of EHS is a visionary leader responsible for shaping and driving Menasha Packaging’s enterprise-wide EHS strategy. This role ensures a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace across all facilities by aligning EHS programs with business goals, regulatory requirements, and our company values. The Senior Director partners with senior leadership, site teams, and external stakeholders to foster a proactive safety culture, reduce risk, and promote sustainability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field required.
10+ years of progressive EHS experience, including leadership and team management in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Proven success in leading multi-site or enterprise-level EHS programs.
OSHA 30 certification required.
All Menasha Packaging employees must conduct their work in a manner that complies with all legal standards and meets customer expectations.
They will maintain quality standards by establishing, enforcing and adhering to organizational standards set forth in published policies, procedures and processes.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead the company-wide EHS strategy, ensuring alignment with operational priorities, regulatory compliance, and Menasha’s values.
Provide strategic oversight and guidance to site-level EHS teams, supporting consistent execution and continuous improvement across all locations.
Establish and monitor enterprise safety performance metrics, using data to drive accountability, transparency, and informed decision-making.
Champion a culture of safety ownership and engagement, empowering leaders and employees to take proactive roles in risk reduction and safe practices.
Lead enterprise incident management and investigation protocols, ensuring timely resolution, root cause analysis, and systemic corrective actions.
Oversee regulatory compliance programs, including OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local requirements; ensure audit readiness and timely resolution of findings.
Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to assess EHS impacts of strategic initiatives, capital investments, and operational changes.
Guide sustainability and environmental initiatives, including waste reduction, energy efficiency, etc.
Mentor and develop EHS talent, fostering a high-performing, values-driven team culture.
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging risks, integrating best practices and innovations into company programs.