Director Environmental Health and Safety

Job Description

• Develop and lead the execution of comprehensive EHS strategies aligned with Appleton Group's business objectives and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to elevate safety culture and performance across all sites, ensuring alignment with Emerson's corporate standards.
• Monitor, analyze, and report safety KPIs, trends, and performance metrics to executive leadership, providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, proactively addressing risks and regulatory changes.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste management, air and water quality monitoring, and sustainability initiatives.
• Lead investigations of incidents, near-misses, and property damage; identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, leading responses to audits, inspections, and compliance inquiries.
• Support capital projects by integrating safety planning and risk mitigation strategies throughout project lifecycles.
• Champion employee safety training programs and behavioral safety initiatives, fostering engagement and accountability.
• Coordinate and facilitate all required safety and health training, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all locations.
• Build strong partnerships with operations leaders and employees to promote a culture of safety, ownership, and discipline.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment at a senior level.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Proven ability to lead change, influence culture, and drive EHS performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Planning and prioritization – manage multiple projects and activities.
• Willingness and ability to travel, up to 50% each year
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

About Us
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

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About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let's go

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