Environmental, Health, and Safety; EHS Manager

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $200B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.

Location: Lehi, Utah (Primary Site)
Travel Requirement: Approximately 25% travel to Carrollton, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced and proactive EHS Manager to lead and manage all aspects of environmental, health, and safety compliance across our two manufacturing laboratory facilities. The primary responsibility will be to ensure a safe and compliant work environment at our Lehi, UT site, while also providing oversight and support to our TX facility. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS programs that align with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and objectives.

• EHS Program Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs, policies, and procedures tailored to the unique needs of manufacturing laboratory environments. Ensure alignment with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and industry-specific standards. Stay updated on regulatory changes and adjust programs accordingly.
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis: Conduct safety risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and environmental impact assessments to identify hazards and potential risks associated with laboratory operations.
• Safety Management Systems: Oversee and maintain safety management systems such as Hazard Communication (HAZCOM), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs, and Emergency Response Plans. Ensure proper documentation and accessibility of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Incident Investigation and Reporting: Lead and document incident investigations, including root cause analysis and development of corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans to address near misses, injuries, or environmental releases.
• Training and Development: Develop and deliver EHS training programs, including safe chemical handling, spill response, and waste management for production and laboratory staff.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensure environmental compliance, including hazardous waste management, air and water permitting, and pollution prevention in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Quality, and R&D, to incorporate EHS considerations into new product development, scale-up, and process optimization.
• Regulatory Liaison: Serve as the primary liaison with EHS external regulatory agencies and third-party auditors, ensuring timely submission of reports and resolution of EHS compliance issues.
• Safety Culture Promotion: Lead safety committees and engagement programs to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement throughout the facilities.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of EHS management experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within laboratory or pharmaceutical settings.
• Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent EHS certification preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in EHS management systems, risk assessment methodologies, and familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence change and drive safety culture improvements across all…