Director of Safety and Sustainability

Description

Job Title: Director of Safety and Sustainability

Location: Multi-Site (Cape May, NJ; Santa Fe Springs, CA; Blacks Harbour, NB, Canada)

Reports To: Sr. Director of Operations

Travel: Up to 50% (as needed to support each plant)

Position Summary:

The Director of Safety and Sustainability is a dynamic and hands-on leader responsible for driving a proactive culture of safety, environmental health, and sustainability across our manufacturing operations in the U.S. and Canada. This role is not about managing from behind a desk—it’s about being on the floor, actively engaging with team members, and leading change through education, influence, and accountability. The ideal candidate is a passionate advocate for employee well-being, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship, with a track record of building strong safety cultures and delivering measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Leadership

· Develop and implement safety programs, policies, and procedures that foster a zero-incident mindset.

· Serve as the key driver of safety initiatives—modeling safe behaviors, coaching frontline leaders, and ensuring accountability at all levels.

· Partner with site leadership to conduct regular audits, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses.

· Track and analyze safety metrics and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

· Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, Work Safe New Brunswick and other applicable regulatory bodies in the U.S. and Canada.

Environmental Health & Compliance

· Lead environmental programs and compliance efforts related to air, water, waste, and chemical management.

· Maintain all required permits and documentation, and ensure timely reporting to regulatory agencies.

· Serve as the subject matter expert for environmental regulations in both U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions.

· Collaborate with plant teams to minimize environmental risks and reduce the environmental footprint of operations.

Sustainability Strategy

· Design and implement sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate goals, including waste reduction, energy efficiency, and water conservation.

· Drive continuous improvement projects focused on long-term environmental impact and cost savings.

· Partner with procurement, engineering, and operations to evaluate sustainable materials and practices.

· Promote a culture of environmental responsibility through employee education and engagement programs.

People & Culture

· Serve as a visible leader and coach to safety, environmental, and plant leadership teams.

· Conduct training and development initiatives that empower employees at all levels to own safety and sustainability.

· Champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration.

· Lead by example—being a consistent presence on the floor and in the plants, listening, teaching, and inspiring others.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s preferred.

· 10+ years of progressive experience in safety and/or environmental health in a manufacturing environment.

· Multi-site leadership experience strongly preferred.

· Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and Canadian environmental and health regulations.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead change and influence across all levels of the organization.

· Demonstrated success in building a safety culture and delivering sustainability initiatives with measurable results.

· Ability to travel regularly to Cape May, Santa Fe Springs, and Blacks Harbour.

What We Offer:

· The opportunity to shape the future of safety and sustainability at a company that values people and the planet.

· A collaborative, mission-driven environment where your voice matters.

· Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.