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As Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), you'll be responsible for developing, implementing, and leading the company’s global environmental, health, and safety strategies to ensure the well-being of employees, customers, contractors, and visitors, as well as compliance with all applicable regulations. You'll partner closely with senior leadership, plant managers, facilities leaders, and field operations to create a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for a Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead our global EHS strategy and strengthen our culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Ready to raise the bar in EHS leadership?

As the Director, Environmental, Health & Safety, you will:

Strategic Leadership

• Manage a comprehensive, multi-year EHS strategy aligned with corporate goals and operational objectives
• Serve as the company’s senior EHS leader, advising leadership on risk, compliance, sustainability, and incident trends
• Foster a strong safety culture that prioritizes hazard prevention, employee engagement, and shared accountability

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• In partnership with the Legal, Quality, and other appropriate functions, ensure company-wide compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other federal, state, and local EHS regulations, as well as applicable international standards
• Oversee EHS audits, inspections, and corrective actions for all sites
• Develop and maintain company EHS policies, procedures, and training programs
• Lead the company’s incident investigation process, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action plans

Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability

• Lead initiatives to reduce the company’s environmental footprint, including energy use, waste reduction, water conservation, and greenhouse gas emissions
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with regulations
• Partner with product development teams to assess and mitigate environmental impacts across the equipment life cycle

Health & Safety Operations

• Oversee safety programs across manufacturing, warehouse, installation, sales, and service operations, including ergonomics, machine guarding, electrical safety, fall protection, and safety protocols
• Develop job hazard analyses, safe work practices, and emergency response procedures
• Partner with HR and Operations to manage workers’ compensation cases, return-to-work programs, and injury prevention initiatives
• Ensure service teams have the appropriate safety equipment, training, and compliance support for working at customer sites

Training & Engagement

• Implement EHS onboarding and ongoing training for all employees, contractors, and relevant third parties
• Lead safety committees and employee engagement programs that promote proactive hazard reporting and continuous improvement
• Communicate EHS performance, goals, and successes across the organization to reinforce accountability and recognition

Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and track key EHS KPIs to monitor compliance, risk, and improvement progress
• Prepare regular reports for senior leadership on EHS performance, compliance status, and strategic initiatives
• Benchmark best practices in EHS management and drive continuous improvement initiatives

What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Director, Environmental, Health & Safety:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience, including multi-site responsibility in a manufacturing environment; experience in an environment with field sales and service preferred
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful global EHS programs
• Experience in a durable goods manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations and standards across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, able to drive change across diverse global operations by building strong, collaborative working relationships
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement preventive measures
• Skilled in managing EHS in both manufacturing and customer-facing field environments strongly preferred

Work Environment & Travel

• Role is based out of either manufacturing facility in Ramsey, MN or Owatonna, MN with frequent presence on the production floor, in warehouses, at sales offices, and at sites where products are sold, installed, and serviced
• Domestic and international travel required (up to 40%) to support the global footprint

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first, play as one team, and raise the bar on fitness innovation—in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done, with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives. If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $166,100 - $202,900 annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Ramsey, MN and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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