Director, Environmental Health and Safety

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Lactalis American Group Full time
Director, Environmental Health and Safety

Lactalis American Group is seeking a highly skilled Director, Environmental Health and Safety to join our team in Chicago. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for developing and implementing effective EHS programs and processes to ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement EHS and Loss Prevention short- and long-term strategic plans.
  • Provide advice to senior management on emerging trends, challenges, and solutions in health, safety, regulatory affairs, case law, technological developments, and best practices.
  • Direct the development, implementation, communication, and management of EHS and Loss Prevention standards, programs, processes, and policies to ensure compliance with Groupe Lactalis requirements, legal requirements, and best practices.
  • Partner with SVP Manufacturing to define and implement LHD's 3-5 Year Capex budget related to loss prevention, workplace safety, and environmental control.
  • Lead the Plants LTPs on Capex related to all EHS matters.
  • Partner with Groupe Lactalis EHS to manage LHD's Business Continuity Assurance Program and Plant Audit program.
  • Prioritize the elimination or reduction of TF1 and TF2 incidents through appropriate education, training, and rigorous safety measures.
  • Partner with all LHD sites to ensure resources are available to manage and carry out quality EHS activities.
  • Provide guidance and support to site EHS teams during the investigation of health and safety incidents.
  • Responsible for leading the investigation of all major accidents and recommending future preventive measures.
  • Collaborate with leaders to develop key performance indicators (KPI) to ensure all facilities meet or exceed all EHS and Loss Prevention policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Responsible for monitoring and reporting on KPI and audit results.
  • Create defined action plans and provide routine updates regarding progress.
  • Identify and anticipate EHS and Loss Prevention concerns, risks, and hazards in the organization's operations and establish guidelines for protection from the hazards.
  • Provide leadership in the workers' compensation process, including analysis and reconciliation of health and safety programs (OSHA).
  • Maintains contact with LHD workers' compensation insurance carrier, schedules routine updates, and routinely reports claims status to internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement audit tools (such as ISO standard).
  • Direct activities related to completion of audits performed by EHS Managers at all LHD plants.
  • Partner with site management and EHS Managers to ensure standards are met, taking corrective action as required to close any gaps.
  • Partner with site managers, site EHS Managers, and Human Resources to address all training needs.
  • Owns the strategies and environmental control strategies (Wastewater Treatment Plant, Particles Emission and Filtration, Dust Hazard Control, Ammonia Systems Controls, Process Safety Management).
  • Partners with LHD legal team and the LHD site teams by providing technical support related to Waste Treatment inquiries and projects.
  • Responsible for leading all environmental investigations from government agencies (EPA, DEC, OSHA, etc).
  • Owns and leads the environmental strategies that will reduce carbon emissions and improve water conservation.
  • Serves as EHS representative on the CSR Committee.
  • Drives initiatives across LHD to promote energy reduction, waste reduction, and water conservation and other sustainability initiatives using budgetary planning and PDCA methodology.

Requirements:

  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement effective EHS programs and processes.
  • Knowledge of EHS regulations and standards.
  • Ability to analyze and resolve complex EHS issues.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and inclusive team culture.
  • A comprehensive training program.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information].



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