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Perrigo Company plc

Associate Director, Environmental Health & Safety

Perrigo Company plc

Associate Director leading EHS compliance, risk management, and safety programs for Perrigo’s regulated manufacturing operations. Advising leadership and mentoring teams across nutrition manufacturing sites.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeGeorgia • Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing EHS strategies, ensuring compliance with FDA, OSHA, and EPA regulations, and leading EHS management systems in regulated manufacturing environments. Proven ability to drive a proactive safety culture and mentor EHS professionals while integrating EHS principles into operations.

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EHS Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance ManagementLeadership in EHS ProgramsRisk Assessment and MitigationLean Six Sigma Methodologies

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Hard Skills
EHS Management SystemsRegulatory InspectionsPerformance Metrics DevelopmentRoot-Cause InvestigationsJob Hazard AnalysesProcess Safety EvaluationsEnvironmental Compliance ProgramsSustainability InitiativesCrisis ManagementContinuous Improvement
Soft Skills
Coaching and MentoringCross-Functional CollaborationInfluencing Organizational CultureEmployee EngagementVisible Leadership
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)Lean Six Sigma Certification
Industry Keywords
FDA RegulationsOSHA ComplianceEPA RegulationsGMP RequirementsInfant Formula ManufacturingPharmaceutical ManufacturingFood Safety RegulationsEnvironmental Health and SafetyOccupational SafetyIndustrial Hygiene

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and execute enterprise and site-level EHS strategies aligned with business objectives
  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS management systems
  • Establish performance metrics, dashboards, and accountability programs
  • Champion a proactive safety culture through visible leadership, coaching, and employee engagement
  • Advise senior leadership on EHS risks, trends, and mitigation strategies
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, state, and local regulations
  • Lead regulatory inspections, agency interactions, and responses to findings
  • Monitor regulatory requirements and implement compliance strategies
  • Guide EHS implications of manufacturing changes, expansions, and new product introductions
  • Lead risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and process safety evaluations
  • Drive corrective and preventive actions following incidents, audits, inspections, and near misses
  • Conduct root-cause investigations and ensure sustained risk closure
  • Oversee emergency preparedness, crisis management, and business continuity planning
  • Manage environmental compliance programs, permits, reporting, and sustainability initiatives
  • Reduce waste, emissions, water consumption, and environmental impact
  • Ensure proper management of hazardous materials and waste streams
  • Integrate EHS principles into manufacturing processes with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance
  • Support capital projects and facility expansions through EHS design reviews and risk assessments
  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
  • Ensure contractor and third-party compliance with company EHS requirements
  • Lead, develop, and mentor EHS professionals across manufacturing sites
  • Build organizational capability through coaching, training, succession planning, and performance management
  • Promote cross-functional collaboration and accountability for EHS excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field
  • Minimum 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience in regulated manufacturing environments
  • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing EHS programs and personnel
  • Experience in infant formula, pharmaceutical, food, or nutritional products manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of FDA-regulated manufacturing environments, including GMP requirements
  • Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance regulations
  • Experience leading regulatory inspections and managing agency interactions
  • Proven ability to influence all organizational levels and drive culture change
  • Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, Public Health, or related discipline preferred
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
  • Experience supporting infant formula manufacturing under FDA requirements and food safety regulations preferred
  • Experience with global EHS management systems preferred
  • All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation
  • Benefits tailored to supporting you and your family
  • Career development opportunities
  • Inclusive, collaborative culture
  • Equal opportunity employment