EHS Manager

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• $85K - $100K base salary* + annual bonus
• Medical, dental and vision options
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Paid holidays, time off, and parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits, like life, AD&D and disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education support [this is tuition reimbursement, Chairman's scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan]
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

*The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

How You'll Perform the Role

The EHS Manager has the following essential duties:

• Provide Safety Training for employees, assuring that we are providing a safe and secure work environment.
• Oversee the investigation of work-related illness and injuries; investigating all Company accidents, determining the "root cause" and assuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Prepare OSHA and other governmental reports as required. Ensuring compliance with Federal and State regulations.
• Assist with Corporate projects and prevent accidents that have a potential liability for the Company.
• Prepare and distribute reports on safety metrics such as leading indicators and incident rates.
• Direct the development and implementation of health and safety programs for the protection of Company personnel, outside contractors, and customers.
• Conduct plant audits, identifying hazards and developing safety training, managing personal exposure assessments.
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously with a hands-on approach in a fast pace environment -must be organized, able to work independently, capable of multi-tasking and achieving results.
• Lead and manage the investigation of near miss incidents and injuries and in the preparation of material and evidence for use in investigations.
• Organize and direct employee Safety Committee, holding meetings to increase employee awareness on Safety.
• Responsible for interacting with Local, State and federal agencies to assure compliance with laws pertaining to safety, health and environmental.
• Perform facility Audit to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determine corrective or preventive measures where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Responsible for accompanying sick/hurt/injured employee to the appropriate medical facility and remaining with them until family member arrives or treatment is complete.
• Responsible for plant security - communicate and direct plant security company.
• Responsible for receiving and compiling plant MSDS's.
• Responsibility for food safety and GMP's
• Develop and implement environmental guidelines and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

What We Need From You

• College degree required.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• ASP or CSP certification preferred.
• Must have good computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Project Management Software.)
• Must have effective organizational and management skills.
• Must be certified in CPR, First Aid, AED and Blood Borne Pathogen to provide training in the Corporation.
• Must be accountable and self-driven to learn and continuously strive for improvement
• Must be a team player that interacts effectively with co- workers in group or in independent cooperative activities.
• Ability to function under pressure and able to prioritize numerous tasks with conflicting deadlines.
• Detailed and results oriented.

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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