An Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director is responsible for directing the strategic approach to managing the environmental impact of an organization on the surrounding area. Responsible for ensuring that the organization has a systematic approach to complying with environmental regulations, such as managing waste or air emissions. Will liaise with directors of other sections of the organization to ensure that strategic goals align with those of the environmental health and safety team.
Regional US Environment, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS)
Manager Location:
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 .
