Job Description
Senior Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Preferred Locations: Portsmouth, NH | Plymouth, MN | Salt Lake City, UT
A leading global medical technology company is seeking a Senior Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead and elevate its global EHS and Sustainability programs across manufacturing and distribution operations. This strategic leadership role is instrumental in driving compliance, fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility, and ensuring long-term sustainability across a complex, multi-site organization.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful global impact—improving lives through responsible operations while shaping the future of EHS practices within a high-growth, mission-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute global EHS and sustainability strategies that align with business goals and ensure compliance with evolving regulations and reporting requirements.
Global Team Management
- Lead and mentor a distributed team of EHS and Sustainability professionals across multiple regions, establishing consistent standards and fostering professional growth.
Risk Management
- Conduct enterprise-wide EHS risk assessments and implement proactive strategies to minimize environmental, health, safety, and security risks.
Incident Prevention & Response
- Oversee incident investigations and root cause analyses, ensuring the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
Training & Education
- Design and deliver EHS training programs to enhance awareness, accountability, and compliance across all levels of the organization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with key departments including Operations, R&D, Legal, HR, and Supply Chain to embed EHS and sustainability practices into core business processes.
Performance Monitoring
- Track, analyze, and report on key EHS performance indicators; provide timely updates to senior leadership and regulatory agencies as required.
Regulatory & Industry Engagement
- Stay current on global EHS regulations, standards, and best practices. Engage with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and external stakeholders as an EHS ambassador.
Audit Readiness
- Ensure facilities are prepared for internal audits and external assessments related to EHS management systems.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or related technical field
- 10+ years of experience in EHS leadership within manufacturing and distribution environments
- Extensive knowledge of EHS regulations, sustainability reporting frameworks, and global EHS management systems
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across all levels of an organization
- Working knowledge of ISO and OSHA standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital EHS tools
What’s Offered:
- Competitive compensation and benefits + 25% bonus
- Paid time off and company-supported volunteer time
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
- Wellness programs and employee health initiatives
- A mission-driven, values-based work environment focused on impact and integrity
This is more than just a leadership role—it’s a chance to shape the global EHS strategy of a purpose-driven company and lead with influence, vision, and purpose.
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