Director, Health and Safety
Elanco
Summary
As Director – Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), you will lead the Elwood, KS site in achieving the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental excellence. In this role, you will be responsible for integrating robust HSE programs into daily operations, partnering with global stakeholders to drive strategic alignment, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement that balances regulatory compliance with operational flexibility.
Job description
Your Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor the site HSE team, building and adapting the organization to align with plant and corporate strategies while establishing clear goals and performance expectations.
- Develop tools and strategies that enable the facility to clearly demonstrate compliance while satisfying operational needs in a flexible, seamless manner.
- Partner with corporate and global resources to bridge organizational silos, leveraging the Elanco matrix to engage stakeholders and create collaborative solutions for the Elwood plant.
- Interpret complex regulatory and corporate requirements, translating them into sustainable process improvements that integrate effectively onto the operating floor.
- Oversee site environmental programs, including wastewater treatment and sustainability initiatives, while utilizing project management methodologies to drive large-scale HSE improvements.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Sciences, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management within a manufacturing environment, including a proven track record of building and adapting HSE organizations.
- Top Skills: Strong project management expertise and the ability to work constructively and calmly in a fast-paced environment while leveraging matrixed relationships to drive results.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- Proven ability to build HSE programs from the ground up that integrate seamlessly with shop-floor operations.
- Expertise in wastewater treatment plant operations and environmental permit management.
- Professional certification such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), or CEP (Certified Environmental Professional).
- Experience in environmental engineering, process engineering, or process safety within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to navigate corporate-to-site dynamics and bridge organizational barriers to leverage differences of opinion for better solutions.
Additional Information
- Travel: 5%
- Location: Elwood, KS - On-site
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Sciences, or a related technical discipline
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management within a manufacturing environment
- Proven track record of building and adapting HSE organizations
- Strong project management expertise
- Ability to work constructively and calmly in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to leverage matrixed relationships to drive results
Benefits
- Relocation packages
- 8-week parental leave
- Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus
- Flexible work arrangements
- 401(k) matching
Company overview
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated is a global leader in the animal health pharmaceutical industry, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of both pets and farm animals worldwide. Founded in 1954 as a division of Eli Lilly and Company, Elanco became an independent public company in 2018 and has since grown to become the world's second-largest independent animal health company. With approximately 9,000 employees globally, the company operates with a clear purpose: 'making life better for animals, makes life better.' Elanco develops innovative medicines, vaccines, and health solutions that empower veterinarians, farmers, and pet owners to advance animal care. The company maintains a balanced portfolio between pet health and farm animal products, offering over 200 brands that address critical health challenges ranging from companion animal diseases to livestock productivity. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Elanco is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ELAN) and continues to drive innovation in animal health through strategic acquisitions and dedicated research and development efforts.