Position Title: Complex Environmental Health & Safety Manager Pay Rate: $91,000-$121,000 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Category/Shift: Salaried Full-Time Physical Location: Gilroy, CA The Job You Will Perform:
Works in partnership with senior and site management to develop and implement strategies, policies, and services to increase employee safety & reduce organization risks.
Develops, implements and maintains effective systems, procedures and training to achieve and maintain an accident free, injury free, and healthy work environment. Plans and implements procedures, programs, and files regulatory reports in compliance with the local, state, and federal agencies.
Assists with the record keeping, and manuals for these programs (including but not limited to): OSHA, DOT, etc.
Assists with annual department goals according to key metrics (ex- lost time accidents) that are measured throughout the organization.
Plans, implements, and oversees the company safety and maintenance program; coordinates with plants’ safety committees.
Supervise and manage hourly employees, assigning, and directing work; evaluating employee performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; promoting safety, teamwork; resolving conflicts.
Provide leadership in developing, implementing and managing EH&S policies, programs and practices.
Plans and implements programs to train supervisors and employees to meet standards and also to enhance the company safety culture.
Assists with new employee safety orientation program and employee safety training.
Assists with employee safety and driving records and training; special environmental projects and worker's compensation program.
Coordinate with the Logistics Division Manager and EHS Director on transportation issues.
Inspects organization facilities (safety audits) to detect existing or potential incident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
Assists with the investigation of all incidents and injuries from initial report to closure.
Work with complex lead team to develop site-specific annual objectives for safety, environmental, industrial hygiene and worker's compensation improvements that support these goals, policies and statements.
Manages regulatory agency, third party audits, inspections, inquiries, contacts and reporting, ensure/oversees California VPP (Voluntary Protection Program) annual compliance audits
The Skills You Will Bring:
BS in Occupational Health and Safety or related field (required).
5+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment with responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety.
Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office.
Ability to be on call or work off hours as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with attention to detail and organizational abilities
Superior analytical/ problem solving, written and verbal communications.
Experience working with local regulatory agencies preferred.
Safety, environmental and health technical competencies
The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. The Career You Will Build: Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company The Impact You Will Make: We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP. The Culture You Will Experience: International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture. The Company You Will Join: International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.