Director, Global Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

AFB International, headquartered in Missouri, seeks a Director of Global Environmental Health & Safety to shape our worldwide EHS strategy across manufacturing sites. This leadership role emphasizes safety, sustainability and continuous improvement across functions.

You will lead a global team, ensure regulatory compliance, partner with engineering, HR and operations, and drive data-driven initiatives to improve safety culture and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership, with global and manufacturing experience.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory standards and EHS systems.
• Strong communicator and influencer with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.
• Lean/Six Sigma background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS Strategy: Develop and execute a global roadmap that aligns with company values and positions AFB in the top quartile for EHS performance.
• Drive Compliance & Excellence: Oversee global regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and proactive safety, health, and environmental practices.
• Influence & Partner: Collaborate across engineering, HR, operations, and site leaders to implement systems, training, audits, and change management initiatives.
• Enable Continuous Improvement: Use data-driven insights, audits, and incident analysis to drive improvements in EHS processes, safety culture, and performance metrics.
• Develop Talent: Build and lead a strong EHS team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and employee engagement.

Education

Bachelor’s in Safety/Industrial Hygiene/Environmental Science

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide.

Job Description Director, Global Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Global Scope | Strategic Impact | Manufacturing Focus

At AFB International, we lead the pet food industry in palatability solutions—and we do it with safety, sustainability, and innovation at the core. We’re seeking a forward-thinking Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) to shape and drive our global EHS strategy across all operations. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who’s passionate about building best-in-class programs that go beyond compliance to create a true culture of safety.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead EHS Strategy: Develop and execute a global roadmap that aligns with company values and positions AFB in the top quartile for EHS performance.
• Drive Compliance & Excellence: Oversee global regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and proactive safety, health, and environmental practices.
• Influence & Partner: Collaborate across engineering, HR, operations, and site leaders to implement systems, training, audits, and change management initiatives.
• Enable Continuous Improvement: Use data-driven insights, audits, and incident analysis to drive improvements in EHS processes, safety culture, and performance metrics.
• Develop Talent: Build and lead a strong EHS team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and employee engagement.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership, with global and manufacturing experience
• Deep knowledge of regulatory standards and EHS systems
• Strong communicator and influencer with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset
• Proven ability to analyze risk, lead change, and build cross-functional partnerships; Lean/Six Sigma background preferred

Why Join Us?

At AFB International, a proud member of the Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) family, safety and sustainability are not just priorities — they’re part of our DNA. As a global leader in pet food palatability solutions, we improve the lives of pets and strengthen the trust of their owners. And we do it through a shared commitment to EBI’s core values: Our People Matter Win and Grow with Customers Kaizen Mindset Longterm Approach As our Director of Global Environmental Health & Safety, you’ll step into a strategic and globally impactful role where you’ll protect what matters most — our people, our planet, and our future.

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents.

Headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri, USA, AFB has offices and production facilities strategically positioned around the globe in the United States, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, the Netherlands, China, and Australia.

Our organization is comprised of a variety of departments including research & development, manufacturing & operations, quality assurance and sales & marketing.

AFB is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc., a privately-held, family-owned, professionally managed technical business that traces its roots back more than 175 years.

Above all else, AFB International values its employees, its customers, the animals they serve and the communities in which we do business. The cornerstone of our enduring legacy is stated in the EBI Core Values.

AFB's global headquarters instituted a dog-friendly workplace, and the benefits have far exceeded our expectations! The biggest changes we have noticed around the office are: Having dogs here makes us move! Now we have a reason to get up and take a walk outside for some fresh air. It’s amazing how we don’t do this when we are alone but leave it to Fido to make us get up and get in a little exercise. Having dogs here makes us talk! Who needs an icebreaker when you see fellow colleagues walking their beloved pooch? How can you walk by a wagging tail? The dogs make you stop and say hi. Many relationships have been strengthened by having dogs at work. Having dogs here makes us happy! In a fast‑paced workplace, it’s easy to get lost in the daily grind. It’s amazing how many colleagues swing by the office of someone with a pet just to get some fur therapy. They put a smile on your face and remind you to not sweat the small stuff.

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