Health & Safety Associate Manager

Graphic Packaging Careers • Macon, GA

172d • $78,450 - $104,600

About The Position

The HSE Associate Manager (Safety & Health) is a key member of the Macon HSE team and is responsible for implementing strategic and operational plans to drive both short and long-term objectives and provides world class expertise through demonstrated leadership. The position is responsible for assisting with the management of the Health & Safety function at the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility, implementing strategic and operational plans to drive both short and long-term objectives, and provide world class expertise through demonstrated leadership. This role reports directly to the HSE Sr. Manager at the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility and engages other operations and functions as required. The Macon HSE Associate Manager supports the HSE global vision, mission, overall goals and objectives and is the key liaison with HSE leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in health and safety or related field and 6 years of related experience or Masters of Science Degree in health and safety or related field and 4 years of related experience
• Certified Professional, desired
• Possesses broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities
• Paper manufacturing experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• Extensive knowledge with Microsoft programs (excel, word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with HSE data management system (i.e., Gensuite, Intelex, VelocityEHS, Enablon, ProcessMap, EHS Insight, Riskconnect)

Responsibilities

• Managing various aspects of the Health and Safety program for the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility
• Participates in compliance program including OSHA, state, and other federal regulations and maintains comprehensive knowledge of government Health and Safety regulations
• Implements plans and delivers results in a fast-changing business and regulatory environment by participating in Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Division Health and Safety initiatives to drive process improvements
• Provides input to Paperboard Manufacturing Facility and departmental strategy
• Coordinates, plans, and drives Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Health and Safety Committee reviews and participates and provides guidance and support for Area Health and Safety Team Meetings
• Contributes directly to Paperboard Manufacturing Facility priorities and planning
• Provides solutions to complex Health and Safety and security issues serving as the Health and Safety leader
• Designs, develops, implements programs and oversees the aspects of the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility’s First Responders, OSHA Audiometric and Respirator fit testing, Process Safety Management, and industrial hygiene
• Investigates accidents, develops corrective and preventive actions, promotes Health and Safety-conscious work performance
• Drives hazard identification and risk reduction across the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility
• Works closely with OSHA officials, state police, Hazmat, community representatives, and other officials
• Manages and documents Health and Safety audits and inspections
• Determines Health and Safety training requirements and schedule and provides or coordinates training for employees applicable to their work processes
• Directs and coordinates appropriate, timely and cost-effective delivery of health care related to disability, urgent and emergency care, work limitations, transitional return to work plans, accommodations and part-time work for workers compensation and non-workers compensation illness and injury
• Actively participates in machine outages to oversee the Health and Safety aspects of the process
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees