Environmental Health & Safety Manager - IPL Global

IPL is a global leading sustainable packaging solutions provider that manufactures specialty rigid packaging products used in the food, consumer, agricultural, logistics and environmental markets. Sustainability is essential to the long-term success of our business. As a packaging company that develops plastic-based solutions for our customers, it is imperative that we meet the customer needs while being mindful of our operational impacts and the need to preserve our planet. We are committed to running our business responsibly and in ways that drive environmental, social and economic value for our stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, employees and local communities. We employ over 2,500 people in 18 manufacturing facilities, 2 corporate & sales offices and 3 R&D facilities across Canada, China, Europe, and the United States.

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We are currently recruiting for an EHS Manager to join the IPL team in Forsyth Georgia, this is an exciting role for an experienced Health & Safety professional with a passion to drive change. Reporting to the Facility Director, the EHS Manager will play a key role in supporting new safety programs, as well as supporting already established ones. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual to be involved in all day-to-day facility safety and environmental initiatives.

Job overview of an EHS Manager at IPL:

• Ensure the manufacturing plant maintains all Regulatory Compliance by complying with OSHA standards or local regulations, and industry best practices and keeping up to date with changes in health and safety legislation and update policies accordingly.
• Follow Risk Management practices by conducting regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards. Develop and implement safety procedures and controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Design and deliver health and safety training programs for all employees, including new hires and refresher courses to the required frequency to be compliant with local legislation. Coordinate annual CPR/First Aid/AED training, fire extinguisher training.
• Promote safety awareness and ensure that all employees are aware of safety protocols and procedures.
• Responsible for Incident Management to include Investigating workplace accidents and near misses to determine causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including fire, accident, and evacuation procedures. Conduct regular drills and exercises to ensure preparedness for emergency situations.
• Maintain Environmental Management System to include coordination, implementation, and reviews of all programs, permits, and plan if applicable at facility.
• Follow and enforce all Food Safety policies to local legislation if applicable at facility.

What you will bring to the role:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent time management skills with an adherence to deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, complete projects in a timely manner and maintain a high degree of detail and accuracy.
• Work independently with self-direction.
• Ability to problem solve, analyze situations, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field or minimum relevant certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) preferred.
• Knowledge of current OSHA regulations (NA) or relevant local safety standards
• 5+ years proven experience in leading a safety department within a manufacturing operation – preferably plastic injection molding
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to address multiple target audiences.

If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, apply today to find out more!