EHS Manager - IPL

IPL is a global leading sustainable packaging solutions provider that manufactures specialty rigid packaging products used in the food, consumer, agricultural, logistics and environmental markets. Sustainability is essential to the long-term success of our business. As a packaging company that develops plastic-based solutions for our customers, it is imperative that we meet the customer needs while being mindful of our operational impacts and the need to preserve our planet. We are committed to running our business responsibly and in ways that drive environmental, social and economic value for our stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, employees and local communities. We employ over 2,500 people in 18 manufacturing facilities, 2 corporate & sales offices and 3 R&D facilities across Canada, China, Europe, and the United States.

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The Safety Department (located in Urbana, Ohio) is looking to fill the role of EHS Manager. Reporting to the Facility Director, the EHS Manager will play a key role in supporting new safety and environmental programs, as well as supporting already established ones. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual to be involved in all day-to-day facility safety and environmental initiatives.

The Dayton (Urbana) facility is one of the primary manufacturing sites for producing customized thin-wall injection molded containers, lids, over caps, and custom packaging solutions for branded, private label food and consumer product companies all over the world. IPL is the trusted innovation partner to some of the biggest brands in the world and by working closely with customers to design and develop the right solution, millions of people around the world use our products every day.

Job Title: EHS Manager

Location: Urbana, OH

The successful candidate will:

• Collaborate with the global IPL community in the sharing of information, strategy, and activities.
• Interfaces with company vendors, ordering necessary supplies and Personal Protective Equipment for EHS.
• Coordinate EHS needs with department management, supervisors, and employees promoting a safe working culture and 100% engagement in Environmental, Health and Safety from all who work on behalf of IPL.
• Promote drug-free workplace initiatives and policies.
• Facilitate and monitor safety at the site through daily safety audits of all production areas and buildings.
• Assemble, track, trend, and report relevant environmental, health, and safety information through daily and weekly production meetings, monthly communication meetings, screen cloud communications, and other electronic communication notification methods.
• Schedule and facilitate monthly Safety Committee meetings.
• Coordinate Industrial Hygiene testing and monitoring efforts to ensure compliance with regulations and standards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Initiate, manage, and promote safety incentives, coaching, auditing, and campaign programs.
• Maintain all EHS chemical management systems and certification required, including but not limited to Safety Data Sheets (SDS); labeling, storage, and management of chemicals; and hazardous waste disposal, storage, tracking, and reporting.
• Conduct in-depth root cause analysis on all incidents related to EHS; injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, first aid, fires, and hazard reporting.
• Responsibility for all aspects of Worker’s Compensation.
• Maintain and coordinate completion including submission of all EHS internal and external reporting according to federal, province, territory, state, and local requirements for the plant and corresponding locations connected to the facility.
• Keep current on any new EHS regulations and standards changes for the industry.
• Maintain all environmental management systems. Including maintenance, coordination, implementation, and review of all programs, permits, and plans for the plant and corresponding locations connected to the facility.
• Present EHS-related information during the new hire process including personal protective equipment demonstration and assignment, onboard training, and prerequisite testing.
• Create, schedule, and/or present all Safety, Health, and Environmental Training for employees on the required frequency to be compliant with all regulatory agencies or governing legislation, including Emergency Response.
• Develop and maintain a departmental budget with annual recommendations for EHS-related improvements and cost-saving initiatives. Conduct all required audits, drills, or required activities to continue compliance with all governing regulatory agencies and legislation for Environmental, Health, and Safety and maintains all documentation related.
• Ensure all employees, temporary employees, safety committee members, emergency response teams, supervisors, and managers receive needed training on the required frequency.
• Ensure that all functions operate following health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety of staff and visitors.
• Role model our Values.

Essential experience and skills:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field, preferred.
• Professional certifications in Environmental Management, Occupational Health, and Safety, or related fields, considered a plus
• Minimum 3-5 years related Safety leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the plastics industry.
• Ability to spend a significant amount of time in the production area requiring walking, standing, occasional climbing, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply industry regulatory standards and policies.
• Excellent time management skills with an adherence to deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and complete projects promptly, while maintaining a high degree of detail and accuracy.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with self-direction.
• Ability to problem solve, analyze situations, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Can travel, if required. Depending on the role travel will be < 25%