HS&E Associate Manager

Graphic Packaging Careers•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Manager HSE (Safety & Health) is a key member of the Kalamazoo Paperboard Mill HSE team. This role 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 assists with the management of the Health & Safety function at the Mill, implementing strategic and operational plans to drive both short and long-term objectives, and provides world-class expertise through demonstrated leadership. The role is responsible for assisting with the management of the HSE Management System and related matters to safeguard the health and welfare of all employees, vendors, contractors, visitors, etc. This role reports directly to the HSE Sr. Manager at the Paperboard Mill and engages other operations and functions as required. The Kalamazoo Mill H&S Associate Manager supports the HSE global vision, mission, overall goals and objectives. The associate manager will have a history of sustained results, leadership, prioritization, coordination, and consistent deployment of strategy, customer service, and compliance. Direct responsibilities include Health and safety regulatory compliance and support with medical and worker compensation groups. The individual works cross-functionally and develops relationships to achieve compliance, positive employee and community relations, influences to create a positive HSE culture, and drives results that achieve positive business performance. The individual will influence proactively in a dynamic work environment. Expected results focus on driving a proactive, sustainable, and continuously improving HSE management system, developing and enhancing employee H&S knowledge, innovating transformation, and performing with excellence.

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

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional, desired
Possesses broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities.
Paper manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Managing various aspects of the Health and Safety program for the Paperboard Mill
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 Division Health and Safety initiatives to drive process improvements.
Provides input to Paperboard Mill and departmental strategy
Coordinates, plans, and drives 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 Mill’s First Responders, OSHA Audiometric and Respirator fit testing, Process Safety Management, and industrial hygiene.
Investigates incidents, develops corrective and preventive actions, promotes Health and Safety-conscious work performance.
Drives hazard identification and risk reduction across the Paperboard Mill
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.