Job Description
Director of EHS - Leading Sheet Metal/Speciality Duct Manufacturer
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Salary: $150,000 - $185,000 per year
A bit about us:
This is a private-equity-backed HVAC sheet-metal manufacturing platform built for scale, speed, and execution. With seven strategically located facilities across the Western U.S. and beyond, the company serves as a critical partner to leading mechanical contractors on fast-track and complex construction projects.
The organization manufactures a full spectrum of ductwork and fittings—rectangular, round/spiral, flat-oval, welded grease duct, and specialty components supporting exhaust and dust-collection systems. Its competitive edge lies in rapid turnaround, deep inventory, and 24/7 delivery capabilities, enabling contractors to meet aggressive project schedules without compromise.
Why join us?
Join a regional leader in sheet metal & duct fabrication that’s scaling fast and investing heavily in people, process, and tech. You’ll get hands-on mentorship, modern tools, and exposure to high-visibility commercial, healthcare, and campus builds across the Western U.S. (real work, not busywork).
What sets this apart: a deep backlog, complex projects, and a culture that promotes on merit and mastery, not just tenure.
Growth path: Clear steps to Senior Estimator or Project Management roles.
Hands-on learning
Competitive pay + 100 % paid benefits: Full package including PTO and 401(k) with 4% match
Job Details
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead safety strategy across a union, multi-site manufacturing organization operating in fast-paced, high-hazard fabrication environments. This role is responsible for building alignment between leadership, plant management, and union partners to drive a strong, sustainable safety culture while supporting growth in a private equity–backed business.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring credibility on the shop floor, strong labor relations awareness, and the ability to standardize EHS programs across geographically dispersed facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all EHS programs across multiple union manufacturing locations
Establish and standardize enterprise-wide safety policies, procedures, and KPIs
Partner closely with union leadership, stewards, and safety committees to promote collaboration, trust, and accountability
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations
Drive a proactive safety culture focused on hazard identification, near-miss reporting, and continuous improvement
Conduct site audits, risk assessments, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
Lead incident investigations and corrective action plans, coordinating with operations and labor representatives as needed
Coach plant managers, supervisors, and frontline leaders on safety leadership in a union environment
Own EHS reporting and present trends, risks, and improvement plans to executive leadership
Oversee safety training programs, onboarding, and leadership engagement
Support new equipment installations, automation, and facility expansions from a safety and compliance perspective
Manage regulators, auditors, and third-party safety vendors
Build, mentor, and support site-level EHS resources
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
Direct experience working in unionized operations strongly preferred
Proven success supporting multi-site facilities
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and labor-related safety requirements
Background in heavy manufacturing, metals, fabrication, construction-related manufacturing, or industrial operations
Demonstrated ability to influence and build alignment across operations, leadership, and union stakeholders
Track record of reducing incidents, improving compliance, and strengthening safety culture
Comfortable operating in a private equity–backed, performance-driven environment
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
CSP, CIH, or similar certification preferred
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