Head of Health and Safety

HSE Manager

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

Responsible for leading systems, processes and procedures that promote a positive safety culture, which results in an injury-free and healthy workplace. Collaborate with local leadership to execute all local, state, federal regulatory HSE requirements and company HSE programs. This position reports directly to the Site Manager and will work functionally with regional HSE staff.

Responsible for supporting and fostering the safety culture, safety and environmental compliance of the manufacturing facility

Assign and track all HSE activities, corrective action plans and tasks to completion and update as needed; Assess facility programs against performance standards and develop corrective action plans to close gaps

Lead and maintain Contractor safety effort; assist in development of contractor work plans and monitor compliance

Manage energy control, hearing conservation and chemical management programs

Participate in required internal and external HSE audits and inspections; Lead initiatives to strategically plan, communicate, deliver and track required employee training. Responsible for makeup training process and new hire onboarding

Responsible for plant-wide HSE communications; utilize resources from HSE function, participate in Area HSE calls and communicate/distribute materials to site leaders; Promote sustainability of safety leadership tools; Participate and support an active cross functional safety committee

Maintain files, environmental permits, inspections, certifications and submissions (VOC, wastewater, storm water, cyclone, silo, Tier II, DMR's, Air, etc.)

Lead deliberate improvement efforts to improve HSE performance

Work with lead team to develop and implement site-specific annual objectives for HSE

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HSE required

3-5 years HSE experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Experience with progressive HSE cultures and safety leadership

Knowledge of HSE compliance and regulatory requirements

Ability to work in a collaborative fashion to accomplish HSE requirements and objectives

Wilingness to travel for training, meetings and benchmarking and weekly support of multiple facilities within geography

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.

Leadership training and promotional opportunities within a global company

IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. 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.

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. 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.