Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Sofidel • Lewiston, ID

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About The Position

Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is a manufacturer of hygienic and domestic paper products committed to sustainability, safety, and operational excellence. The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager leads and implements safety, health, and environmental programs at the company’s Lewiston, Idaho manufacturing facility. The role drives a culture of safety compliance, environmental responsibility, and regulatory adherence while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of EHS experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to generate and drive significant performance and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, manuals, and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and corporate safety and environmental regulations.
• Design and conduct training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Oversee emergency action plans for employee and facility safety.
• Manage and facilitate safety orientations for new employees and contractors.
• Represent safety for all new equipment installations.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and promote employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and liaise with insurance carriers and brokers as needed.
• Observe and coach employees on safe work behaviors and best practices.
• Oversee PPE inventory and distribution to ensure compliance with workplace safety requirements.
• Prepare and manage the safety budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
• Serve as the facility security administrator and ensure workplace security measures align with company policies.
• Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes and integrate developments into safety programs.
• Maintain and promote ISO 45001:2018 certification.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with an annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, 401(k) match, and paid time off.
• Professional training and development programs.
• Dynamic work environment within a global industry leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager