Director, Health & Safety

The Director, Safety & Health is responsible for executing and sustaining Stryten Energy’s Health & Safety (H&S) programs in partnership with plant-based Safety leadership and Operations. This role ensures full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements while driving a strong safety culture and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Position can be based at any company location, preferably in the Midwest.

Health & Safety Leadership and Compliance

• Serve as the primary leader for the implementation and governance of Stryten Energy Health & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA and other governing agencies.
• Translate regulatory requirements into effective policies, procedures, tools, and operational guidelines to support consistent implementation across all facilities.
• Partner closely with Operations leadership to ensure H&S compliance programs are embedded into daily operations at all Stryten Energy locations.
• Establish, maintain, and monitor compliance tools and systems related to OSHA, DOT, DHS, and other regulatory agency requirements.
  
  

Regulatory Reporting, Audits, and Monitoring

• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping for all regulatory-required H&S programs, including incident and accident reporting, medical surveillance, and industrial hygiene monitoring.
• Support facilities with workers’ compensation documentation and information requests.
• Guide appropriate industrial hygiene sampling protocols and monitoring requirements to ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable regulations.
• Conduct H&S mock audits and plant reviews in partnership with site leadership and the Director of H&S Compliance to ensure adherence to Stryten Energy requirements and regulatory standards.
  
  

Training, Communication, and Program Support

• Communicate H&S compliance requirements clearly and effectively to operational leaders and site personnel to ensure understanding and proper execution.
• Develop and deliver processes, training programs, and tools to meet all regulatory-required H&S training obligations.
• Review and assess site-level H&S processes and procedures for regulatory compliance and effectiveness.
  
  

Strategic Initiatives and Continuous Improvement

• Lead and manage H&S operational projects, corrective actions, and remediation initiatives to mitigate risk and enhance safety performance.
• Assist facilities in obtaining and maintaining certification or registration to recognized safety management systems such as OHSAS 18001 (or equivalent standards).
• Stay current on emerging and evolving H&S regulations and proactively update Stryten Energy standards and programs accordingly.
• Partner with site leadership to develop divisional H&S goals and strategic initiatives that support continuous improvement and performance excellence.
  
  

Relationship and Vendor Management

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with plant managers, H&S professionals, and corporate leadership.
• Supervise and manage external H&S consultants, vendors, and service providers as required.
  
  

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
  
  

Experience and Technical Expertise

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Health & Safety regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment or as an industry consultant.
• Subject Matter Expert in H&S regulations applicable to Stryten Energy operations, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry).
• Demonstrated experience with:
• EHS management systems and external certifications (e.g., ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)
• Compliance audits and regulatory inspections
• Incident investigations and root cause analysis
• EHS training and learning systems
• Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies
  

Skills and Competencies

• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects and multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and report-development skills related to H&S regulatory compliance.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization as well as external agencies and the public.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate, influence, and drive change across diverse operational teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in using data analysis, safety knowledge, and facilitation skills to develop effective solutions to operational challenges.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators.
• Ability to move throughout manufacturing environments to perform essential job duties.
  
  

Travel And Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel to Stryten Energy facilities across the United States approximately 25% of the time (up to 50% as business needs dictate).