EHS Distribution Ops Leader – Travel & Compliance

Acuity; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety Senior Manager to lead EHS strategies across our distribution network.

You will identify and remediate hazardous workplace conditions and establish programs for a safe, healthy work environment while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will coordinate development of procedures, training, and systems to promote understanding and adherence to EHS standards across multiple sites and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety or related discipline is required.
• Experience leading EHS programs in manufacturing/distribution settings.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry regulations.
• Must be able to travel 50%+ to visit plants in US, Mexico and Canada.
• Problem-solving skills and incident investigations including root cause analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and align site-level EHS goals with corporate strategy.
• Ensure governance and compliance across safety, health, and environment.
• Manage emergency response coordination with shop floor leaders.
• Implement waste tracking and reduction initiatives.
• Develop site-level trainings, programs and procedures (MOC).
• Support audits by internal teams and government agencies.
• Investigate incidents; analyze data to reduce recurrence and improve metrics.
• Provide guidance to Factory Managers and cross-functional teams as needed.
• Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to corporate EHS standards.

Skills

EHS Leadership

50% Travel+

OSHA knowledge

Problem Solving

MS Office Proficiency

Multisite Manufacturing

Communication & Presentation

Team/People Leadership

Education

B.S./B.A. in EHS or related discipline

Job description

Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety Senior Manager to lead EHS strategies across our distribution network.

You will identify and remediate hazardous workplace conditions and establish programs for a safe, healthy work environment while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will coordinate development of procedures, training, and systems to promote understanding and adherence to EHS standards across multiple sites and