Global EH&S Director: Strategy, Compliance & Safety

Ensign-Bickford Industries; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

AFB International is a global leader in pet food palatability solutions, seeking a Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) to shape and drive our worldwide EHS program across all sites. This high-impact role partners with engineering, HR, operations, and site leaders to advance safety culture and regulatory excellence.

Based in the United States, the director will lead data-driven risk reduction, audits, and training while building a high-performing EHS team that aligns with

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influence

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

AFB International is a global leader in pet food palatability solutions, seeking a Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) to shape and drive our worldwide EHS program across all sites. This high-impact role partners with engineering, HR, operations, and site leaders to advance safety culture and regulatory excellence.

Based in the United States, the director will lead data-driven risk reduction, audits, and training while building a high-performing EHS team that aligns with