This is an exciting time to join our team. Perrigo has announced an agreement for its infant formula business to transition to MeridianMade, with the transaction expected to close in the first half of 2027. The move reflects a shared commitment to the future of infant nutrition and positions the business for continued investment, focus, and growth while remaining committed to providing safe, high-quality, affordable, and trusted products for families.
Scope of the Role
Lead Safety Culture & Employee Engagement
Champion a culture where safety is integrated into every decision and every activity.
Maintain a highly visible presence throughout the facility, actively engaging employees at all levels.
Promote proactive safety behaviors and encourage open reporting of hazards and opportunities through the “Good Catch” program.
Lead and facilitate safety committees, employee engagement activities, and safety communication programs.
Continuously assess and improve site EHS programs, policies, procedures, and standards.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Plant Manager and Site Leadership Team.
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Human Resources to drive sustainable solutions.
Support capital projects, process changes, and continuous improvement initiatives by ensuring appropriate EHS considerations are incorporated into planning and execution
Drive Investigation Excellence & Risk Reduction
Lead injury and illness cases from initial reporting through case closure.
Conduct and facilitate thorough root cause investigations utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies.
Ensure timely implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions.
Communicate any lessons learned across the organization to prevent recurrence.
Partner with site leaders to identify systemic causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Lead Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification Activities
Facilitate and improve proactive area risk assessments across all operational areas.
Lead routine GEMBA walks with leadership and cross-functional teams.
Evaluate workplace hazards and partner with operations teams to implement practical and effective controls.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness
Lead all internal and external EHS audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
Develop and maintain programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Maintain required EHS records, reporting, permits, and documentation.
Facilitate regulatory inspections and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are completed.
Training & Development
Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, supervisors, and leaders.
Support new employee onboarding and ongoing compliance training.
Build organizational capability through mentoring, education, and continuous development.
Security Program Leadership
Provide leadership and oversight for the site's third-party security services operation, ensuring effective protection of employees, visitors, assets, and facilities.
Manage the on-site Security Supervisor and contracted security team providing 24/7/365 site coverage.
Partner with the security team on incident and case management activities, including investigations, documentation, trend analysis, and resolution of site security concerns.
Conduct routine reviews of security performance, staffing effectiveness, and service delivery expectations.
Experience Required
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
7+ years of progressive EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
Experience in food, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing environments is preferred but not required.
Experience implementing and managing EHS management systems.
Experience with environmental reporting requirements.
Skills and Competencies
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing operational teams.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.
We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here
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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo
Nearest Major Market: Dayton
Nearest Secondary Market: Cincinnati
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