Associate Director, EHS Manufacturing (High Point)

Associate Director, EHS Manufacturing | High Point, NC

Why Join Us?

Our client is redefining modular engineering and manufacturingdelivering integrated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems for data centers, hospitals, and critical infrastructure projects worldwide. Recognized for its commitment to safety, innovation, and quality , our client combines deep technical expertise with a collaborative culture that empowers employees to lead change and grow their careers.

Role Overview

The Associate Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) supports the Director of Safety in advancing our clients safety excellence across all manufacturing operations. This high-impact leadership role provides strategic guidance, mentorship, and operational oversight to ensure compliance with OSHA, ISO 45001, EPA, and other regulatory standards while championing a proactive, people-first safety culture.

Based in High Point, North Carolina , this position partners closely with manufacturing leadership, safety teams, and cross-functional departments to drive risk reduction, employee engagement, and continuous improvement across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Safety Leadership : Support the development and execution of EHS strategies, goals, and initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Program Oversight : Guide implementation of safety management systems (SMS) aligned with ISO 45001, ensuring consistency in hazard identification and control measures.
• Audit & Compliance : Lead multi-site audits and inspections; track findings, manage corrective actions, and prepare for external regulatory reviews.
• Policy Development : Update and standardize enterprise EHS policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Performance Analytics : Monitor safety KPIs and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Incident Investigation : Lead root cause analyses for major incidents or near misses; ensure corrective actions are completed and communicated.
• Leadership Mentorship : Coach and develop plant-level EHS teams and operational leaders to strengthen local safety ownership.
• Regulatory Adherence : Maintain compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and NFPA standards.
• Emergency Response : Oversee emergency preparedness planning, testing, and coordination with local agencies.
• Contractor Safety : Evaluate and qualify contractors; ensure compliance with company safety and performance requirements.
• Employee Engagement : Foster workforce participation through safety committees, recognition programs, and open dialogue.
• Continuous Improvement : Champion new technologies, digital tools, and training methods to drive operational excellence.
• Executive Communication : Present EHS performance updates and strategic recommendations to senior executives.

Who You Are

A strategic and hands-on EHS leader with deep experience in manufacturing environments. Youre passionate about safety leadership, continuous improvement, and cultural transformation. You know how to balance regulatory precision with people-focused engagementbuilding trust, accountability, and momentum across every level of the business.

Qualifications & Experience

Work Environment

Employer Branding & DEI

Our client believes that diversity, safety, and innovation go hand in hand. They value every voice, every background, and every perspective in driving a culture of trust, collaboration, and excellence. Together, theyre engineering smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions for the future.

Apply Now

Ready to lead safety innovation across one of the most advanced modular manufacturing networks in the U.S.? Join our client and help elevate the standard for operational excellence and employee wellbeing.

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