EHS Manager

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

The EHS Manager (Environmental, Health, and Safety) is responsible for the overall daily operation of the Safety

department including the environmental, health, and safety strategies as well as assisting in the development ofany policies and practices. This incumbent is responsible for providing and promoting a workplace focused oncompliance with all Federal, State and Local Industrial Standards.

The EHS Manager oversees the accuracy and effectiveness of procedures, forms, work instructions, andcommunication to floor personnel, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and maintaining approvalthrough all internal and external audits. EHS programs are being implemented, with leadership collaboration, toensure employee awareness of risks and to reduce, avoid, and protect employees from hazards in the workplace,including occupational illness or disease. Maintain compliance with safety, and governmental regulations byidentifying and analyzing problems, then finalizing, presenting the business case for suggestions andrecommendations for improvements. Empower all employees to own safety through training, education, andleading by example.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with

OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.

• Work with training department to develop and provide safety training for employees, assuring that we

are providing a safe and secure work environment.

• Oversee the investigation of work-related illness and injuries; investigating all accidents, near misses,

or areas or concern and assuring corrective actions are implemented.

• Champion Human Performance principles through training, tools, and event learning teams.

• Identifies safety hazards inherent in the organization’s operations and collaborates with operations,

maintenance, and HR to address those hazards.

• Assist with Worker’s Compensation claims for the plant.

• Organize and facilitate employee Safety Committee.

• Facilitate audits to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determine corrective or

preventive measures where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.

• Coordinates emergency response operations including medical, chemical, fire and evacuation/rescue,

designating responders, training, and scheduling drills.

Company policies, procedures, and practices are implemented via this position. Quality of products is directlyrelated to the effectiveness of individuals in this job. A broad base of current technical knowledge is requiredto ensure that standards are met and efficiencies are maintained. Problem solving and decision makingabilities are essential for success.

QUALIFICATIONS

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

 BS degree in safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental related discipline and 5+ years experience in EHSor related field

 Certification preferred (CIH, CSP, and/or CHP)

 Demonstrated computer literacy with knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.

 Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and state-specific regulations.

 Experience with hazardous materials, air permits, and environmental reporting.

 Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

 Must be a team player that interacts effectively with co- workers in group or in independent cooperative

activities.

 Ability to function under pressure and able to prioritize numerous tasks with conflicting deadlines.

 Ability to respond to emergencies and work flexible hours as needed.

Ongoing training and education is essential to continue to improve work processes, all employees will be

expected to attend training and education sessions.

Hours of Employment

This is a full-time, exempt management position. Standard business hours are typically Monday through Friday;however, actual hours may vary based on operational needs. Managers are expected to work the hours necessaryto effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the role.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

Classifications of Physical demands and their definitions based on our in house analysis and may vary:

SELDOM: 1 to 3 times per hour

OCCASIONAL: 3-19 times per hour or day or 1/3 of the time.

FREQUENT: 20-39 times per hour or day or 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

CONTINUOUS: Greater than 40 times for hour or day or greater than 2/3 of the time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

SITTING: OCCASIONAL

STANDING: CONTINUOUS

WALKING: FREQUENT

LIFTING: SELDOM

FINGER DEXTERITY: FREQUENT

CARRYING: SELDOM

PUSHING / PULLING: SELDOM

REACHING / HANDLING: SELDOM

OPERATING FOOT CONTROLS: N/A

KNEELING: SELDOM

STOOPING: SELDOM

BENDING: SELDOM

CROUCHING: (Bending body downward and forward, by bending legs and spine): SELDOM

SQUATTING: SELDOM

CRAWLING: (Moving on hands and knees or hands and feet): SELDOM

TWISTING: SELDOM

CLIMBING: OCCASIONAL

BALANCING: SELDOM

SEEING/HEARING: CONTINUOUS

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed indoors, 8-12 hours per shift.

Temperature range is 70 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit

Noise or vibration is within acceptable decibel levels but hearing protection is available

Smells are various and will be continuous throughout the shiftHazards see job hazard analysis.

Work aids training checklists and work instructions.

Protective clothing or devices consist of eye wear, footwear and hearing protection.

MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions

and to deal with problems involving a few variables.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY: Ability to perform basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing two digit numbers; to perform the four basic arithmetic operations with money; to perform operations with units such as inch, foot, etc.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Ability to communicate in English, using complex sentences; using normal word

order with present and past tenses; using a good vocabulary.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. Shields – Novolex maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be provided which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. I have reviewed the above job description and agree that I can safely perform the functions stated above. I further agree that I meet the physical and mental requirements of this position as stated above.

Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io .

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Job Locations US-WA-Yakima

ID 2026-36203

Category EHS

Position Type Full Time

Pay Type Salaried