Regional EHS & Sustainability Leader, Eastern Manufacturing

Trivium Packaging • Conklin, NY

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About The Position

Shape safer, greener plants across the Eastern region Picture your Monday: you’re on the floor of a Food & Specialty facility, walking a line with operators, coaching on a near-miss, and planning a cross-audit for next week. By Wednesday, you’re reviewing accident investigation quality with a Plant Manager and aligning monthly KPI reporting before presenting insights to the EHS Director. Friday closes with sustainability data reviews and an action plan to advance Trivium’s long-term goals. That’s the rhythm of this multi-site role. Reporting to the EHS Director and grounded in our Core Values of Passion, Teamwork, and Excellence, you will lead Health & Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Sustainability performance for plants across the Eastern region—while supporting other H&S initiatives and projects as needed.

Requirements

• Exceptional communicator, trainer, and facilitator; effective with all levels and customers.
• Proven ability to lead without direct authority—coach, mentor, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Energizing presence and cultural fit with a bias for action; comfortable in a fast-changing environment.
• Experienced auditor with strong grasp of audit principles, methods, management systems, and organizational context.
• Skilled in regulatory agency interactions (local and state).
• Familiar with Lean manufacturing practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong problem-solving mindset.
• 5+ years leading EHS&S programs.
• BS in a relevant technical discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred certifications: CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits across Eastern region plants for audits, status reviews, incident investigations, and training.
• Deliver practical H&S support: training, risk assessments, procedure and standard implementation (including ISO 45001 where applicable), internal audits, and cross-audit support to other operations.
• Develop Trivium H&S standards and supporting documents; coordinate meetings and monitor safety systems and activities.
• Challenge and coach Plant Management to implement business unit initiatives, achieve Trivium Safety Indicators, and address priority topics.
• Escalate H&S concerns to Plant Managers and/or the Manufacturing Director when appropriate.
• Review and approve accident investigation reports for quality; provide continuous guidance for improvement.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of monthly H&S KPIs in the management system; contribute input to annual PDR targets for plant leadership.
• Assist with Risk Management, Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation matters as relevant.
• Design, launch, maintain, and train on all EHS&S programs; support sites in drafting and training to EHS&S SOPs.
• Analyze data to pinpoint and prioritize EHS&S KPI continuous improvement opportunities.
• Champion sustainability data stewardship and strategic initiative planning aligned with Trivium’s long-range targets.
• Act as Environmental Management Representative for ISO 14001 systems.
• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations (RCRA, DOT, EPA, state agencies).
• Oversee timely, accurate environmental reporting (e.g., Tier II, Form R, biennial waste, Emission Inventory).
• Keep environmental plans current: SWPPP, SPCC, Hazardous Waste Contingency, Emergency Response Plan.
• Build proactive relationships with environmental and safety regulators; participate in corporate EHS system audits at various sites.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Food Safety Policy, GMPs, HACCP principles, and Food Safety Standards.
• Contribute to H&S-related investment and strategic planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees