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Day & Zimmermann

Director, Environmental, Health, & Safety

Day & Zimmermann, Middletown, Iowa, United States, 52638


About American Ordnance

At American Ordnance, we know the stakes and we do what we say! We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond. With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations. Come join in on our purpose – we put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!

We’re looking for a full-time, staff Director- Environmental, Health, & Safety.This position will provide full-time environmental, health, and safety direction and leadership to support all operations of the American Ordnance plant. Provides guidance to plant safety and environmental departments in developing, implementing, and assuring overall compliance for policies and regulations. Serves as liaison with senior management for these departments.

As the Director- Environmental, Health, & Safety, here’s the work you’ll do:

Responsible for planning, formulating, implementing and executing occupational and explosives safety criteria and standards for the facility to include Safety Engineering, Safety and Health Programs, Safety Review Submissions, Industrial Hygiene, Radiation Protection.

Periodically audit EHS programs and policies to ensure continued effectiveness and develop a system for tracking the effectiveness. Review data gathered during investigations of incidents, near misses, and property damage incidents to determine the root cause. Work with stakeholders to ensure corrective actions are applicable to eliminate the incident’s root cause.

Serve as an agent of the company and representative/liaison to a variety of external entities including EHS federal, state, and local agencies, customers, suppliers, industry groups, military, law enforcement, and government entities.

Conduct special studies and investigation of hazardous situations or operational problems to determine origin, causes, and contributing elements.

Provides OSHA safety and HAZMAT program control and oversight. Ensures availability of required safety information and materials such as Material Safety Data Sheet, hazard labeling of containers, labeling of industrial support equipment, etc.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

Knowledge of explosive safety, health and safety plans, proper munitions storage procedures, vehicle safety, and material safety hazards.

Previous experience in explosive safety, radiation safety, laser safety, Agile, Oracle, DOD, and NFPA is a plus.

Project Management.

People Management.

And if you have these qualifications:

B.S. Environmental Health & Safety, B.S. Safety Engineering or equivalent, or M.S. Environmental Health & Safety, M.S. Safety Engineering or equivalent.

15 years of relevant experience with Bachelors degree or 10 years relevant experience with a Masters Degree.

CSP and CHMM preferred.

May require US government secret clearance.

Great attitude and team player.

Successful completion of background screening process. (If applicable)

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $122,800.00 - $184,200.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

We care about our employees and it shows!Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner: Nicole Yankey

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job,you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)

Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)

Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds

Walking

Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)

Hearing

Talking

Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.

Ability to read complex documents in the English language.

Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.

Ability to write complex documents in the English language.

Capacity to express thoughts orally.

Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment OpportunityAmerican Ordnance, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com.

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