Director, EHS & Environmental Excellence — Plant Leader

Elanco; Elwood (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

Flexible work arrangements

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead the Elwood, KS site. You will integrate robust HSE programs into daily operations, partner with global stakeholders, and drive strategic alignment balancing regulatory compliance with operational flexibility.

You will mentor the site HSE team, develop tools to demonstrate compliance, translate regulations into improvements, and oversee wastewater and sustainability programs while guiding large-scale HSE initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Sciences, or related field.
• At least 10 years in health, safety and environmental management within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the site HSE team with clear goals and performance expectations.
• Develop tools and strategies to demonstrate compliance while meeting operations needs.
• Partner with corporate and global resources to align site efforts with the Elanco matrix.
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into sustainable process improvements.
• Oversee site environmental programs, including wastewater treatment and sustainability.

Skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety, Engineering, or Sciences

Job description

Elanco is seeking a Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead the Elwood, KS site. You will integrate robust HSE programs into daily operations, partner with global stakeholders, and drive strategic alignment balancing regulatory compliance with operational flexibility.

You will mentor the site HSE team, develop tools to demonstrate compliance, translate regulations into improvements, and oversee wastewater and sustainability programs while guiding large-scale HSE initiatives.