KIK Consumer Products · 1 month ago
VP of EHS
Lawrenceville, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expKIK Consumer Products is one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, committed to building a culture of performance and accountability. The Vice President of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) will provide strategic leadership for EHS programs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the manufacturing and distribution network.
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Responsibilities
Lead enterprise-wide EHS strategy focused on regulatory compliance, operational risk reduction, and continuous improvement across all manufacturing and distribution sites
Establish and maintain a robust Process Safety Management (PSM) framework—ensuring strong governance for covered processes such as aerosol propellant handling, oxidizers, and reactive chemicals
Drive the development and implementation of standardized process safety elements including process hazard analyses (PHA), management of change (MOC), pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR), and mechanical integrity programs
Participate and provide scope of work or guidance for M&A’s including any environmental Phase 1 and Phase 2’s assessments
Develop and manage a comprehensive Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification Program to proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate potential catastrophic risks
Embed EHS and process safety principles into daily operations, capital project design, and new product development processes
Build a high-performance system of leading and lagging indicators, EHS metrics, and data analytics to improve visibility, drive accountability, and inform decision-making
Conduct structured monthly and quarterly reviews with plant leadership, Senior Operations, and Executive teams to assess performance, risks, and countermeasures
Partner with business leaders to establish measurable annual goals for safety performance, process safety improvement, and environmental compliance
Key member and subject matter expert (SME) within the Incident Command Structure
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Clean Air Act, RCRA, TSCA, and DOT
Oversee environmental programs including air and water permitting, hazardous waste management, and spill prevention and control (SPCC)
Lead internal and third-party EHS audits, ensuring prompt corrective actions and long-term risk mitigation
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the company’s emergency preparedness and response programs for chemical releases, fires, and other high-hazard scenarios
Ensure accurate internal and external reporting of EHS and environmental performance, including emissions, waste, and compliance metrics
Serve as company liaison to regulatory agencies, maintaining transparency, credibility, and trust
Collaboration with Risk Manager and plant leadership to address any findings during annual insurance audits
Engage and consult with KIK Legal as needed to provide support regarding EHS compliance, M&A and regulatory changes
Champion a safety-first, process-safety-driven culture where every employee takes ownership for their safety and the safety of others
Drive cultural transformation from compliance-based behaviors to proactive risk management and human performance excellence
Build a strong sense of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning across all levels of the organization
Model and enforce a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe acts, process safety noncompliance, and environmental incidents
Promote a collaborative OneKIK culture across all sites to eliminate silos and strengthen EHS alignment enterprise-wide
Build and develop a best-in-class EHS organization capable of supporting complex chemical blending and manufacturing operations
Coach and mentor EHS leaders to strengthen expertise in compliance with focus on PSM, hazardous materials management, environmental compliance, emergency response and behavioral safety
Identify and develop internal successors and technical experts to ensure long-term EHS leadership sustainability
Set clear performance expectations and hold EHS professionals accountable for driving measurable improvements
Reduce incidents, compliance costs, and insurance exposure through prevention-focused strategies and process reliability improvements
Implement cost-effective environmental and waste management practices that meet sustainability objectives
Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies tied to EHS performance—such as reduced downtime, improved process control, and energy optimization
Manage EHS budgets responsibly while ensuring resources align with high-priority risk areas, including a dedicated capital budget (CAPEX) for EHS specific projects
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a high-hazard or chemical manufacturing environment (aerosols, bleach, cleaning products, or related industries strongly preferred)
Proven expertise in Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP) implementation and compliance
Demonstrated experience leading Environmental, Health and Safety programs across multiple manufacturing sites
Fundamental knowledge of Workers Comp, Risk Management and M&A
Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state-specific chemical safety regulations
Strong understanding of Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) principles and their application in process industries
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels
Proven success building strong partnerships between EHS, operations, and engineering functions
Demonstrated ability to manage complexity, balance risk and business needs, and drive measurable performance improvements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree with a major in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Industrial Hygiene preferred
Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems preferred
Benefits
Health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Retirement savings options including employer match
Education Assistance
Company
KIK Consumer Products
At KIK Consumer Products, we bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families, the cleanliness of their homes and pools.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-06-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Jared Knudson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Sload
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-09-24
2023-12-20
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