EHSS Manager - USA

Mölnlycke Health Care; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with match and profit-sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

FSAs and HSAs

Generous PTO and parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts and lifestyle perks

Job summary

Mölnlycke, Brunswick/Wiscasset, Maine (supporting Brunswick, Wiscasset, ME and Anderson Distribution Center, SC), seeks a Regional EHSS Manager to lead environmental, health, safety and security programs across US manufacturing operations. You will drive culture, compliance, and continuous improvement while partnering with site leadership and global EHSS teams.

The role emphasizes proactive safety culture, cross-site leadership, and accountability for EHSS performance with direct impact on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of EHSS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in OSHA regulations, compliance management, and regulatory inspections.
• Experience implementing, maintaining, and improving ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Proven success conducting incident investigations and driving sustainable corrective actions.
• Experience leading EHSS programs, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Ability to influence leaders and drive culture change across an organization.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental, health, safety, and security programs across US manufacturing operations.
• Provide EHSS leadership and support for facilities in Brunswick and Wiscasset, Maine, and Anderson, South Carolina.
• Drive continuous improvement of EHSS management systems while ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and strengthen ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Serve as the regional leader and local champion for EHSS initiatives, culture, and performance.
• Develop, track, and report EHSS metrics, leading indicators, and performance improvement plans.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure effective hazard identification and mitigation practices.
• Manage EHSS audits, inspections, and interactions with regulatory agencies.
• Lead EHSS training programs and ensure regulatory training requirements are met.
• Partner with site leadership teams to embed accountability and ownership for EHSS performance.
• Manage workers' compensation programs and support return-to-work initiatives.
• Directly manage the EHSS Specialist and support capability development within the EHSS function.
• Drive regional and global EHSS improvement projects and share best practices across sites.

Skills

EHSS leadership

Regulatory inspections

OSHA regulations

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Incident investigations

Risk assessments

Stakeholder management

Culture change

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

Job description

Regional US Environment, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS) Manager
Brunswick/Wiscasset, Maine (supporting Brunswick, Wiscasset, ME and Anderson Distribution Center, SC)
Lead Safety. Drive Compliance. Shape Culture.
At Mölnlycke, protecting people is just as important as advancing healthcare. We're looking for a highly visible and influential EHSS leader to drive environmental, health, safety, and security excellence across our US manufacturing operations.
This is more than a compliance role. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership, champion a proactive safety culture, and lead initiatives that reduce risk, improve operational performance, and strengthen EHSS management systems. You'll have the opportunity to influence both strategic direction and day-to-day operations while partnering with stakeholders across manufacturing, engineering, quality, HR, and global EHSS teams.
If you're passionate about building world-class safety cultures, leading continuous improvement, and making a meaningful impact within a global healthcare organization, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do:

• Lead environmental, health, safety, and security programs across US manufacturing operations.
• Provide EHSS leadership and support for facilities in Brunswick and Wiscasset, Maine, and Anderson, South Carolina.
• Drive continuous improvement of EHSS management systems while ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and strengthen ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Serve as the regional leader and local champion for EHSS initiatives, culture, and performance.
• Develop, track, and report EHSS metrics, leading indicators, and performance improvement plans.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure effective hazard identification and mitigation practices.
• Manage EHSS audits, inspections, and interactions with regulatory agencies.
• Lead EHSS training programs and ensure regulatory training requirements are met.
• Partner with site leadership teams to embed accountability and ownership for EHSS performance.
• Manage workers' compensation programs and support return-to-work initiatives.
• Directly manage the EHSS Specialist and support capability development within the EHSS function.
• Drive regional and global EHSS improvement projects and share best practices across sites.

What You’ll Bring:
Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of EHSS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in OSHA regulations, compliance management, and regulatory inspections.
• Experience implementing, maintaining, and improving ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Proven success conducting incident investigations and driving sustainable corrective actions.
• Experience leading EHSS programs, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and drive culture change across an organization.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple sites and priorities.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other regulated manufacturing industries.
• ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification.
• Environmental permitting and compliance experience.
• Experience implementing behavioral-based safety programs.
• Multi-site manufacturing responsibility.
• Workers' compensation and return-to-work program experience.
• Global EHSS program exposure.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Opportunity to lead EHSS strategy and execution across multiple US manufacturing locations.
• High visibility role with direct influence on site leadership and operational decision-making.
• Blend of strategic leadership and hands-on operational impact.
• Ability to shape culture, improve safety performance, and strengthen compliance across the region.
• Exposure to global EHSS programs, governance structures, and best practices.
• Work for a purpose-driven healthcare company where your contributions directly support patient outcomes and employee well-being.
• Significant autonomy to identify opportunities, implement improvements, and drive meaningful change.

Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $116,000 - $145,000 and is eligible for an annual bonus.
Offers of employment consider various factors including experience, education, location, certifications, and role-specific requirements.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life harmony:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans available from your first day of employment
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts and lifestyle benefits, including entertainment and travel perks

Our Approach to Diversity and Inclusion
We're building a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe that a diverse mix of people—from different cultures, ages, geographies, experiences, and backgrounds—makes us stronger. It brings fresh perspectives, drives better decisions, and helps us deliver solutions that reflect the world we serve. Inclusion isn't just a value; it's how we work, grow, and lead together.
About Mölnlycke
Mölnlycke is a world-leading medical products and solutions company that equips healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient, clinical, and economic outcomes.
Our business is organized into four business areas: Wound Care, Operating Room Solutions, Gloves, and Antiseptics, where customer centricity, sustainability, and digitalization are at the heart of everything we do.
Mölnlycke employs approximately 8,400 people worldwide. Our global headquarters are located in Gothenburg, Sweden, and we operate in more than 100 countries. Since 2007, Mölnlycke has been part of Investor AB, an engaged owner of high-quality global companies founded by the Wallenberg family in 1916.
For more information, please visit www.molnlycke.com and www.molnlycke.com/careers.