EHS Manager

Company Description Remember the last time you opened a bottle of champagne, a cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench the thirst, well it was probably made by us, we are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non‑alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Why do you want to apply? O-I in Ringgold offers very competitive wages and a great benefits package! The plant is located an hour south from Greensboro, NC international airport and an hour north from Lynchburg, VA. O-I is a company that is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers opportunity for growth and advancement. Job Description The Environmental, Health and Safety Manager acts as a strategic partner and change agent, working with the NA Environmental and Health & Safety Departments to ensure consistent execution of regional EH&S policies and strategies. This role advises site leadership on EH&S objectives, challenges the status quo to drive improvement, and confidently pushes back when needed to maintain compliance and best practices. The position integrates EH&S into site culture and leads all phases of the plant’s environmental, health, and safety programs. The Environmental, Health & Safety Manager Will Plan, promote, and follow-up on all phases of the plant safety program and drive the safety culture. Create and develop new methods and strategies to help engage employees in safety culture. Maintain accurate and complete records that meet regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Department of Transportation (DOT) Clean Air Act (CAA) Clean Water Act (CWA) Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) All applicable local and state regulatory requirements Anticipate, identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices through work site knowledge, employee interactions, and work site inspection, and control exposures to occupational health hazards. Conduct mandated employee health and safety training programs. Participate in state and federal OSHA inspections. Act as the site contact for Worker’s Compensation issues. Conduct applicable facility environmental training including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC). The Environmental, Health & Safety Manager Should Have High energy with the ability to motivate people and drive the safety culture. Experience leading, planning, and promoting all phases of the plant safety program. Experience developing and delivering training Experience with air permitting Be able to implement, administer and advise others on hazard controls and hazard control programs. The skills to coordinate the plant accident and investigation program, including the maintenance of required OSHA reports. The ability to assist Regional EH&S staff in the quantification, evaluation and control of employee exposure to potential occupational health hazards A collaborative approach to leadership and a willingness to actively participate on the floor Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing plant performing Environmental, Health and Safety activities Proficient in MS Office CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification is preferred Able to certify OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 training is preferred Additional Information Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is between $90,000 - $125,000 and includes a possible 12% short-term incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Benefits O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are: Vacation time and paid holidays Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage Pre‑tax accounts Well‑being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions Life and AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness Employee Assistance Program All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr