Sr. Director, Global Social Responsibility
Position Overview
Responsible for leading and integrating global strategic initiatives across Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), facilities operations, business continuity planning, and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG). Ensure regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, sustainability, and risk mitigation across all company facilities in California, Costa Rica, and other Global Sales Office Sites. Balance of technical expertise, global leadership, and cross-functional collaboration required to maintain safe, compliant, and high-performing work environments. Job duties:EHS/ESG Leadership
- Develop, implement, and oversee companywide EHS strategies aligned with federal, state (especially Cal/OSHA), and local regulations.
- Promote a global safety-first culture across all sites through training, audits, and leadership engagement.
- Oversee programs for hazardous materials, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, environmental compliance, and emergency preparedness.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EHS legislation and environmental policies.
- Establish local processes to protect associates and mitigate workers compensation claims.
- Provide leadership with ISO 14001, 45001 & 5001 certifications.
- Perform as a global leader for the organization’s global ESG policy in partnership with regional leaders.
- Direct global operations and maintenance of all corporate facilities, including critical systems preventive maintenance, utilities, space planning, and building systems.
- Lead capital projects including renovations, expansions, or new construction.
- Manage relationships with vendors, service providers, and landlords to ensure optimal facility performance and cost-efficiency.
- Implement sustainability and energy management programs to reduce operational impact and achieve ESG goals.
- Oversee security systems, access control, and workplace services.
- Serve as a senior leader in Business Continuity Planning and Risk Management.
- Collaborate closely with HR, Legal, R&D, Operations, and IT to align safety and facility needs with business objectives.
- Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and vendor contracts.
- Report to executive leadership on metrics, compliance status, and strategic initiatives.
- Comply with applicable Laws and Regulations, adhere to Quality Management System processes and requirements as well as demonstrate Ethics and Integrity in all matters and at all levels throughout the organization.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field of study.
- Minimum fifteen (15) years of progressive leadership in EHS and/or Facilities, with at least five (5) of those years in a global senior management role.
- Minimum seven (7) years of management or leadership experience/responsibility.
- Deep knowledge of California-specific EHS regulations (e.g., Cal/OSHA, CUPAs, AQMDs, etc.).
- Proven experience in facility operations, construction project management, and vendor oversight.
- Strong leadership and crisis management skills.
- Experience in the following Certifications:
- ISO14001 Environmental Management System, 2015
- ISO45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, 2018
- ISO50001 Energy Management, 2018
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Prior experience working in the following industries: Biotech / Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, or Technology campuses with lab or R&D facilities.
- Experience in global manufacturing network expansion.
- Experience with ESG guidelines and the ESG regulatory landscape.
- Experience in risk management and building and managing an enterprise risk management process for a medical device company.