Environmental Health Safety EHS and Asset Protection Director

About Us:

WORLDPAC LLC is a company that distributes automotive parts for imported and domestic vehicles to professional repair shops. Headquartered in Oak Brook IL WORLDPAC is a leading supplier of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and aftermarket automotive replacement parts. The company serves a large network of professional automotive service businesses across the United States Canada and Puerto Rico. WORLDPACs extensive catalog includes components for a wide range of makes and models from common to luxury and performance vehicles.

We are dedicated to ensuring a safe secure and sustainable workplace for our 8200 employees. Our commitment to excellence in Environmental Health Safety (EHS) and Asset Protection aligns with our mission to maintain regulatory compliance protect our assets and foster a positive secure workplace culture. We are seeking a strategic EHS and Asset Protection Leader to drive these initiatives across our facilities.

Position Summary:

The EHS and Asset Protection Leader will lead the development implementation and monitoring of comprehensive programs designed to ensure employee safety regulatory compliance and the protection of company assets. This role will partner with senior leadership to develop strategies that safeguard both personnel and physical assets ensuring our operations adhere to the highest standards of safety security and environmental responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• EHS Program Development: Design and implement EHS programs to promote safety prevent workplace incidents and comply with OSHA EPA and other regulatory requirements.
• Asset Protection Strategy: Develop and manage asset protection initiatives that secure our physical assets prevent loss and mitigate theft or damage across multiple locations.
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments site inspections and safety audits to proactively identify hazards and risks implementing control measures to ensure compliance and mitigate losses.
• Incident Response and Investigation: Lead and manage investigations for safety incidents security breaches or thefts. Conduct root cause analyses develop corrective actions and drive continuous improvement.
• Training and Awareness: Create and deliver training programs for employees and management on EHS best practices asset protection protocols emergency response and risk mitigation strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: Maintain compliance with federal state and local EHS regulations and ensure timely submission of required documentation and reports to regulatory agencies.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Monitor and analyze safety environmental and security data to identify trends set goals and report metrics to senior management. Utilize insights to enhance EHS and asset protection initiatives.
• Environmental Sustainability: Lead sustainability initiatives to reduce waste minimize environmental impact and promote resource conservation across operations.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Occupational Health and Safety Security Management Industrial Hygiene or related field. Masters degree preferred.
• Certifications:
• Required: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).
• Preferred: Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Physical Security Professional (PSP) or Certified Environmental Safety and Health Trainer (CET).
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in EHS and/or asset protection within a manufacturing distribution or industrial environment with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of OSHA EPA and other regulatory standards along with asset protection strategies tailored for largescale distribution environments.
• Skills: Exceptional project management problemsolving and leadership skills with strong communication and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performancebased incentives
• Health dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development and training opportunities

Worldpac is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations to perform the essential functions of the job please contact for assistance.

Worldpac is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin disability or veteran status.

Worldpac offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health financial wellbeing and worklife balance of its employees. Key benefits include:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical dental and vision insurance plans to cater to various healthcare needs.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with company contributions for eligible plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services.

Financial Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match to assist in future financial planning.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for financial security.
• Shortterm and longterm disability insurance to protect income during unforeseen circumstances.

Additional Perks:

• Paid time off including vacation days and holidays to encourage rest and personal time.
• Employee discounts on products and services.