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.
Flexible within The Gund Company's footprint. While headquartered in St. Louis, MO, this leader may be based at any Gund Company facility and will maintain a visible presence across our operations to drive enterprise-wide EH&S excellence. Build the Future of EH&S at The Gund Company Most EH&S leadership roles ask you to maintain a program. This role asks you to build a legacy. The Gund Company is searching for an experienced Director of Environmental Health & Safety to lead the next chapter of our global EH&S strategy. As we continue to grow, expand operations, and strengthen our global footprint, we need a visionary leader who can transform a strong foundation into a world-class EH&S organization. This is not a role for someone who simply wants to administer compliance. This is an opportunity for a builder. A leader who sees around corners. Someone who can develop enterprise standards, create scalable systems, influence executive decisions, strengthen safety culture, and leave a lasting impact on employees across the globe. With a planned leadership transition and increasing focus on sustainability, growth, and operational excellence, the next Director of EH&S will play a critical role in shaping how safety and environmental stewardship evolve across The Gund Company for years to come. What You Will Build A unified global EH&S strategy that supports a growing manufacturing organization. Enterprise-wide safety standards, governance processes, and accountability systems. A culture where safety is not a program, but a leadership expectation. Scalable compliance and risk management systems that support future growth and acquisitions. Robust environmental and sustainability initiatives that position the company for long-term success. The next generation of EH&S talent and leadership capability across the organization. Why This Opportunity Is Different Direct partnership with executive leadership. Ability to shape the company's global EH&S vision and roadmap. Opportunity to modernize systems, analytics, and reporting capabilities. Exposure to international operations and acquisition integration activities. Significant influence on employee safety, environmental stewardship, and business performance. The chance to take a respected, established program and elevate it to the next level. The Leader We Are Looking For You thrive in complex manufacturing environments. You've led EH&S across multiple sites, influenced leaders without formal authority, and successfully balanced operational needs with regulatory requirements. More importantly, you know how to create buy-in, drive accountability, and build systems that last.
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Multi-site manufacturing EH&S leadership experience. Experience building and executing enterprise wide EH&S strategies. Expertise in compliance, risk management, and safety management systems. Strong business acumen and executive communication skills. Experience leading geographically dispersed teams. A track record of improving safety culture and organizational performance. Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, and organizational growth initiatives. If You're Motivated By Building rather than maintaining Influencing at the executive level Creating enterprise-wide impact Developing people and culture Solving complex operational challenges Leaving a lasting legacy we'd like to talk with you. What's In it For You? Competitive pay and annual incentive opportunity Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Profit sharing Generous PTO and paid holidays Life and disability insurance Professional development opportunities Build your career while shaping the future of EH&S at a growing global manufacturer
