Director, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

Apogee Architectural MetalsPosition SummaryThe Director of EHS for Architectural Metals is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of employees, protecting the environment, plant protection/security programs, and maintaining compliance with regulations through initiatives and fostering collaboration across multiple sites to support the organization's overall success.Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise EHS StrategyDevelop and execute a multi-year Metals EHS strategy aligned with business growth, operational excellence, and employee engagement objectives.Establish long-term EHS priorities, roadmaps, and performance targets across all Metals locations.Serve as a strategic advisor to the Metals Leadership Team on safety, environmental, security, and occupational health risks and opportunities.Building One Metals EHS SystemLead the standardization and integration of EHS processes, systems, governance, and performance expectations across all Metals locations.Identify and implement best practices while reducing unnecessary variation between sites.Establish common metrics, leading indicators, reporting standards, and accountability mechanisms.Culture TransformationLead the development of a proactive safety culture that moves the organization beyond compliance toward personal ownership, risk recognition, and continuous improvement.Partner with operational leaders to embed EHS accountability into leadership expectations and performance management processes.Leadership Team InfluencePartner with Corp EHS, ELT, Directors, and Site Leaders to integrate EHS considerations into business strategy, capital planning, operational decisions, and organizational change initiatives.Influence decision-making through data, risk assessment, and business case development.Data, Analytics & Leading IndicatorsDevelop and leverage EHS analytics, leading indicators, and trend analysis to proactively identify risk and drive business decisions.Utilize data to prioritize resources, improve performance, and reduce operational risk.Occupational HealthPartner with Occupational Health to develop strategies related to injury prevention, return-to-work programs, ergonomics, employee wellness, and regulatory compliance.Capital & Business PlanningPartner with Operations, Engineering, and Finance to ensure EHS considerations are incorporated into capital projects, facility expansions, equipment purchases, and business growth initiatives.Talent StrategyDevelop and execute a Metals EHS talent strategy, including succession planning, capability development, leadership coaching, and organizational design to support future business needs.Risk Management & GovernanceEstablish and maintain an enterprise EHS risk management framework, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and tracking.Lead enterprise-wide risk reviews and ensure alignment with corporate risk management processes.Ensure robust governance, audit readiness, and internal controls across all Metals operations.Oversee incident investigation standards and ensure root cause discipline and systemic corrective actions.Regulatory Strategy & External InterfaceEnsure compliance with all applicable EHS regulations while proactively monitoring and preparing for emerging regulatory changes.Serve as the primary interface with regulatory agencies, auditors, and external stakeholders.Lead permitting strategies and ensure environmental compliance for existing and new operations.Incident & Crisis ManagementEstablish and lead enterprise incident response and crisis management protocols.Provide leadership during significant incidents, ensuring timely escalation, communication, and recovery.Drive organizational learning from serious incidents across all sites.Contractor & Supply Chain EHSOften a major risk area that gets underemphasized.Develop and enforce contractor EHS management standards across all Metals locations.Ensure EHS expectations are embedded within procurement and supply chain processes.Monitor contractor performance and integrate them into site safety culture.Experience & SkillsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in a related field, MBA/Graduate Degree preferred.Experience:15+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience within a complex manufacturing environment.Demonstrated experience leading multi-site EHS programs and teams.Experience developing enterprise-wide EHS strategies and driving organizational change.Experience influencing executive leadership and operating in a matrixed organization.Required Skills:Strategic thinking and enterprise risk management capabilityAbility to translate EHS risk into business impact and financial termsChange management and culture transformation expertiseExecutive presence and ability to influence senior leadership decision-makingStrong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (OSHA, EPA, etc.) and compliance systemsIncident investigation methodologies Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive standardization across diverse operationsContractor and supply chain EHS management expertisePreferred Skills:Ability to understand, interpret, and write instructions, procedures, etc.Must exhibit a professional behavior and attitude, technically and personally, in all aspects of the work environment and always demonstrate respect for all others.Manage direct reports on the EHS Team and provide guidance to EHS Liaisons at other locations.Work EnvironmentThis position may require travel to various Architectural Metals locations (20%). Regularly works in both office and manufacturing environments, requiring adherence to safety protocols.Our BenefitsWe care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)Incentive Plans401(k) with employer contribution and matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matchPaid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness ProgramTraining and Career ProgressionApogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.SummaryLocation: Wausau, WIType: Full time