Environmental Health & Safety Lead

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.

Position Summary

The EHS Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. This role will serve as a subject matter expert, driving a strong safety culture, reducing risks, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the company’s EHS program, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal regulations.

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training programs to promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.

• Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and environmental impact reviews to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.

• Lead investigations of incidents, accidents, and near misses; prepare reports, determine root causes, and ensure effective corrective/preventive measures are implemented.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies during inspections, audits, and inquiries.

• Track, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics and trends to leadership, recommending improvements where necessary.

• Partner with operations, quality, and engineering teams to integrate EHS requirements into processes, equipment, and new initiatives.

• Drive employee engagement in EHS initiatives through communication, training, safety committees, and recognition programs.

• Manage hazardous waste, chemical inventories, and environmental compliance reporting.

• Stay current with changes in EHS regulations, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field required.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in EHS roles, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.

• Demonstrated experience leading safety programs, audits, and investigations.

• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership presence with ability to drive accountability and culture change.

• Proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with frequent presence on the production floor.

• Occasional travel may be required for training, audits, or site support.

• Exposure to manufacturing environments with noise, dust, chemicals, and moving machinery.

Req ID: J-747

For full-time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.

Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!