Director, Environmental Health and Safety
At Torani, flavor is our passion – but it’s our people who bring that passion to life. Their safety, wellbeing, and growth are at the heart of everything we do. As we expand our manufacturing capabilities and distribution footprint, we’re not just scaling – we’re building a safe, sustainable, and inspiring environment for the long term. To support this evolution, we’re seeking a seasoned, people-first leader to champion Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), ensuring that our team members thrive in a workplace where safety, sustainability, and vibrancy come first.
Our Director of EHS is a high-impact leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and action. You’ll shape the systems, education, and culture that make safety second nature. As part of the leadership team in operations, you’ll drive strategy and execution across safety and environmental stewardship—partnering across the organization to strengthen our safety culture, protect our planet, and enable our team to do their best work.
At Torani, a Certified B Corporation, we flavor more than just drinks—we flavor lives. You’ll join a team that leads with heart, grows with purpose, and creates a safe, sustainable, and inspiring environment for all.
Success Factors (First 18–24 Months)
Safety Culture Champion
- You redefined what safety means at Torani – embedding a people-first, safety-always mindset across the organization.
- Through engaging programs, ongoing training, and recognition, you’ve inspired every team member to see themselves as an active steward of safety.
- By leading with care and curiosity, you’ve created meaningful safety engagement programs that drive proactive behaviors, prevent incidents, and ensure continuous learning.
- Your leadership has built trust and accountability, resulting in measurable improvements in both leading and lagging safety indicators.
Compliance and Risk Guardian
- You’ve strengthened and built upon our existing systems, ensuring they not only meet but consistently exceed OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards.
- With clear processes and communication, you’ve made audits and inspections a smooth, transparent experience that reinforces our commitment to excellence.
- You’ve strengthened readiness through thoughtful emergency preparedness and business continuity planning – giving our team confidence in their safety and our resilience.
Strategic Planner and Project Leader
- You’ve led impactful capital projects that elevate safety and improve the everyday experience for our team members.
- With disciplined planning and resourcefulness, you’ve ensured that every investment delivers meaningful value, balancing short-term needs with long-term sustainability.
- By collaborating openly with cross-functional partners, you’ve created spaces that spark productivity, connection, and a sense of pride in where we work.
People Developer and Team Builder
- Leading with clarity, care, and accountability, you’ve built an empowered, collaborative EHS team.
- You’ve taught your team how to assess needs, plan for the future, and deliver strong support for production and business goals.
- Through coaching and mentorship, you’ve cultivated a team where leadership is about growing others, creating space for people to stretch into new opportunities, and ensuring every team member can envision a future here.
What We’re Looking For
- An approachable leader who earns trust and buy-in through expertise, empathy, and collaboration.
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Facilities Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (advanced degree or certifications such as CSP, CHMM, CFM, or Six Sigma preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive leadership in EHS within manufacturing, warehousing, or food production environments.
- Proven success in leading safety culture transformation and creating engaging programs that inspire accountability.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and related regulatory frameworks.
Skills & Attributes That Matter
- Visionary yet hands-on – able to think big while caring about the day-to-day experience.
- A strong communicator who builds alignment, creates clarity, and brings people along with enthusiasm.
- A strategic thinker with curiosity and creativity, balanced by strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Deeply committed to continuous improvement, sustainability, and operational excellence.
- Calm under pressure, resilient in the face of challenges, and proactive in finding solutions.
Salary Range: $203,000 - $226,000
