SUMMARY

The Associate Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is responsible for leading, developing, and executing EHS strategies and programs for a the facility located in Mountain Home, Arkansas, including operations involving ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization. This role ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a strong safety culture and minimizing environmental impact.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement site-wide EHS strategies aligned with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on EHS matters, including hazardous chemical management and EtO sterilization processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop EHS staff and cross-functional teams.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Regulatory teams to integrate EHS into business processes.
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  Regulatory Compliance
  Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FIFRA, NESHAP, and applicable state/local regulations.
  Oversee compliance related to ethylene oxide (EtO) use, including emissions control, monitoring, and reporting.
  Maintain permits, licenses, and reporting requirements (e.g., air permits, hazardous waste, TRI reporting).
  • Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and external auditors.
  Environmental Compliance
  Manage environmental programs including air emissions, wastewater, hazardous waste, and stormwater.
  Drive continuous improvement in environmental performance and reduction of emissions, particularly EtO.
  • Ensure emergency preparedness and spill response plans are effective and up to date.
  Health and Safety
  Implement and maintain safety programs (e.g., LOTO, confined space, PPE, hazard communication).
  Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  Track and report EHS metrics using Benchmark and KPIs to leadership.
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  Training
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  • Lead safety committees and employee engagement efforts.
  • Promote a strong safety culture by engaging leadership and employees in proactive safety initiatives to raise awareness.
  JOB REQUIREMENTS
  Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, occupational safety, environmental science, or a related field, Master's preferred.
  • 8-12+ years of progressive EHS experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience managing regulatory compliance programs and audits.
  • Experience conducting incident investigations and regulatory audits.
  • Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
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  • Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, or similar (preferred).
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  Skills and Competencies
  Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations
  Expertise in industrial hygiene and hazardous chemical exposure controls
  Strong leadership and team development skills
  Excellent problem-solving and risk assessment capabilities
  Effective communication and stakeholder management
  Experience with EHS management systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001 preferred)

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $152,000 - $220,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Vantive

This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan ("Aon PEP"), Vantive's 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future. The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently. The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Vantive's US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive