EHS Director [ML-14996]

Shirley Parsons; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons in Waterloo, IA seeks an EHS Leader to shape and drive a unified safety and environmental strategy across its manufacturing footprint in the United States. You will lead programs to improve compliance, reduce risk, and strengthen a proactive safety culture, with visibility across sites and international scope.

You will mentor EHS teams, coordinate with engineering and operations, oversee audits and ISO 14001 processes, and influence leadership to embed sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety or a related field.
• 5–7+ years of EHS experience within manufacturing, with prior leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge across core EHS disciplines, including compliance, industrial hygiene, incident investigation, and environmental permitting.
• Professional certification, such as CSP, ASP, or CHMM preferred.
• Proven ability to influence, communicate effectively at all levels, and drive cultural change within an organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute EHS strategies, including performance metrics, engagement initiatives, and communication plans.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations across U.S. and international operations, including oversight of reporting systems and standards.
• Lead risk assessments, change management efforts, and business continuity planning initiatives.
• Manage audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts while maintaining environmental management systems (ISO 14001).
• Mentor and lead EHS team members while partnering cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influencing

EHS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety

Tools

ISO 14001

Job description

A global industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an EHS Leader to support multiple operations and drive a unified safety and environmental strategy across its footprint. This person will be tasked with shaping programs that enhance compliance, reduce risk, and strengthen a proactive safety culture. The role offers strong visibility, influencing both site-level execution and broader organizational initiatives. It’s an excellent opportunity to step into a strategic leadership position with international scope.

The Role

• Develop and execute EHS strategies, including performance metrics, engagement initiatives, and communication plans.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations across U.S. and international operations, including oversight of reporting systems and standards.
• Lead risk assessments, change management efforts, and business continuity planning initiatives.
• Manage audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts while maintaining environmental management systems (ISO 14001).
• Mentor and lead EHS team members while partnering cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership.

The Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety or a related field.
• 5–7+ years of EHS experience within manufacturing, with prior leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge across core EHS disciplines, including compliance, industrial hygiene, incident investigation, and environmental permitting.
• Professional certification, such as CSP, ASP, or CHMM preferred.
• Proven ability to influence, communicate effectively at all levels, and drive cultural change within an organization.