Environmental Health & Safety Manager
About The Position
As an EHS Manager, you will be a key player in shaping a safe, healthy, and engaging work environment for the Dixon, IL, plant, a manufacturer of quality aseptic products. Your role will directly impact the success of the site by leading all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies. You will champion a culture of safety across the facility by working closely with employees and leadership, identifying and mitigating risks, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring all team members are trained and equipped to maintain a safe and compliant workplace—making a meaningful difference in the day-to-day experience of employees. You’ll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required, Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Business Management, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on EHS program implementation and oversight.
- Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, governmental standards, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to lead change and influence safety culture across all levels of the organization.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with safety management systems and risk assessments preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and direction for all environmental, health, and safety initiatives within the facility to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
- Oversee safety audits, accident investigations, and hazard assessments; analyze trends and implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Develop, implement, and maintain plant-wide safety and environmental programs, including compliance, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
- Prepare and submit environmental compliance reports to regulatory agencies in a timely and accurate manner.
- Lead and deliver site-wide training on health, safety, and environmental topics, ensuring all required certifications are current and documented.
- Partner with plant leadership and employees to foster a proactive safety culture and ensure consistent application of EHS policies and procedures.
- Support department managers in conducting safety meetings and integrating safety practices into daily operations.
- Monitor the effectiveness of safety programs and identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate records for incident reporting, near misses, safety metrics, and environmental performance.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period – you’re eligible from your first day!
- 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.
- Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
- Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform – DevelopU – with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.
- An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
- Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups.
- Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
