General Information

Job ID
ATR41251

Posting Job Title
EHS Manager

Locations
TX Greenville

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
05-Jun-2024

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity

The EHS Manager manages the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) compliance efforts in a manufacturing setting that contains multiple, complex machines and operations with 170+ employees and multiple buildings, with a focus on meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs/procedures
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with Federal, State, and local health and safety regulations
• Manage the plant safety program to ensure it meets with WestRock corporate standards and that the plant is operated in a safe manner
• Support and work with Performance Excellence Safety sub pillar teams through coaching and developing floor leadership to promote employee engagement and an injury free workplace
• Compile and update work and safety rules and communicate a Total Safety Culture
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures including job hazard analysis (JHA) and Master Safety Action List (MSAL)
• Plan, coordinate, and track annual OSHA required training
• Coach and support monthly Plant and Management Safety meetings
• Manage and communicate weekly departmental safety audits
• Ensure all documentation is properly maintained and available when needed for inspections and audits
• Track monthly safety inspections (ladders, slings, fire protection, etc.)
• Investigate incidents to determine root cause and implement corrective action to prevent recurrence. Ensure that the data is entered into the corporate safety system timely and accurately
• Prepare safety alerts and distribute appropriately
• Work with insurance companies on workers compensation claims
• Supervise light duty assignments
• Compile monthly injury reports
• Maintain and update contractor guidelines, indemnity, insurance and safety requirements
• Maintains accurate record keeping of safety compliance and employee training records
• Manage all aspects of the company's Industrial Hygiene Program (air, noise, ergonomics, etc.)

What you need to succeed:

• Two (2) years of experience managing EHS initiatives
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience required
• Two (2) years prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and is accessible and approachable
• Ability to utilize business sense and creativity to develop new ideas, approaches and solutions
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Ability to utilize and train employees on technology, processes and procedures
• Excellent verbal and written skills necessary in order to persuade and influence decision making of individuals, groups, or work teams, and to communicate difficult issues
• Prior experience establishing proactive Ergonomics Program
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create basic reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.