Group EHS / ESG Director

WORK LOCATION: Parker Aerospace Group - Mayfield Heights, Ohio - United States

On-Site role

ABOUT PARKER AEROSPACE GROUP

• At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
• As a member of our Parker Aerospace team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.
• At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone's talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Group EHS/ESG Director provides effective leadership, management, and coordination to platform/group/region in achieving enterprise goals and objectives related to Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability. The Individual will interface with group leadership, division staff and all EHS personal in their group. The Group EHS/ESG Director may have direct reports or strong dotted line reports for EHS resources in the group. The Group EHS/ESG Director is accountable to the group/regional leadership team for EHS performance and results.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create an EHS culture of awareness and collaboration within the business environment.
• Build a close working relationship with the business units as well as Corporate EHS.
• Establish Group EHS strategy and coordinate with business and functional leaders to meet and exceed enterprise/group/regional EHS goals, objectives and targets.
• Promote EHS values into the business activities thereby promoting a process of innovation and a "world-class safety" culture.
• Work closely with Group/Regional staff in developing annual EHS targets and plan.
• Develop and implement programs and procedures to meet Group objectives and targets in EHS. Key focus points would include: maintaining a world-class occupational health and safety program; maintaining continuous EHS regulatory compliance; driving a results oriented resource conservation program.
  • Enable performance to support key Sustainability goals, objectives and targets including Scope I and II carbon emissions reductions, responsible waste and water management.
  • Support Sustainability interactions with key customers.
• Support development of systems to meet EHS requirements for all aspects of business from supplier to customer. Systems may include ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001.
• Functional EHS governance and including compliance assurance programs and regulatory agency interactions.
• Functional EHS talent development and succession planning.
• Support efforts in Product Stewardship as required by the group/region.
• Manage and track EHS performance as required by enterprise/group/region.
• Support and Integrate EHS into Lean, Quality, HR, and Supply Chain efforts.
• Support and manage acquisition, divestiture and integration activities.
• Support and manage remediation and corrective action associated with contaminated property and buildings.
  • Support of additional initiatives as needed (business continuity coordination, security and workplace violence prevention, loss control, etc.)
  • Support strategic initiatives, operational planning and execution of business objectives across the Group.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree is REQUIRED in a technical field, preferably Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and extensive experience with certificate programs, seminars and CEU's or associate degree possibly acceptable.
• Master of Science degree in a technical discipline and/or an MBA is strongly preferred.
• Overall 12+ years of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience.
• Technical certifications i.e. ISO 14001, CSP, PE is a plus but not required.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of EHS regulations and interpretation.
• In depth experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• In depth experience in managing and implementing safety programs.
• In depth experience in managing and implementing environmental management programs.
• Must be able to travel globally, work independently and remotely as necessary.
• Travel requirement - 30+% travel required.

Business Skills Requirements:

• Excellent skills in communication, computer, and presentation.
• Strong business skills in working with multiple cultures, leading and influencing, resilience and adaptability, leading others.
• A strong passion in promoting a culture of safety first and environmental stewardship.
• The ability to plan and implement EHS programs on a global level.
• The ability to work effectively with senior management as well as associates on the shop floor.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
• On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini-mart, and vending machines.
• Participation in health and emotional well-being challenges with rewards.

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.
• Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life and dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

• Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Additional Benefits:

• Employee Perkz on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to
  $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EN-USA):

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor"). If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.