Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator - La Vergne, TN

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Full-time
Company Description
Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides branding and information labeling solutions including pressure-sensitive materials radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags and a variety of converted products and solutions. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of labeling and functional materials that enhance branded packaging carry or display information that connects the physical and the digital and improve customers product performance. The company serves an array of industries worldwide including home and personal care apparel e-commerce logistics food and grocery pharmaceuticals and automotive. The company employs approximately 36000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2022 were $9.0 billion.
At Avery Dennison some of the great benefits we provide are:

Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
Paid parental leave
401K eligibility
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work arrangements
Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
Paid vacation and Paid holidays
Job Description
Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty engaging shoppers where it matters most the point of decision. Our patented innovation has been trusted by top retailers for more than 30 years to drive productivity and profitable growth. For our growing team of over 1000 employees Vestcom offers the stability of an established company with the entrepreneurial spirit and fast-paced environment of a start-up.

Vestcoms core values are at the heart of our organization representing our fundamental beliefs and serving as our guiding light for how we conduct business and interact with each other.


Vestcom is a standalone business unit of Avery Dennison a Fortune 500 leader in materials science and packaging materials.

Opportunity

The EHS Coordinator plays a key role in providing EHS support to our Production Facilities across the U.S as well as the EHS Department. The EHS Coordinator will put into practice EHS programs in compliance with Local State and Federal regulations as well as Avery Dennison corporate policies. The incumbent will assist management in establishing site safety teams and aid in achievement of all EHS performance objectives. The EHS Coordinator will effectively coordinate shift/team safety & environmental activities programs and processes in a manner consistent with role expectations and ensure regular adherence to standards while promoting a safe clean and productive workplace. Career growth opportunities will be available across both Vestcom and Avery Dennison. This role will be 1st Shift 9:00am - 5:30pm M - F.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Activities and duties will vary depending upon the functional area assigned. Activities may include all or some of the following a combination of the following but are not limited to:

Assists with completing EHS program or project tasks or activities from inception to completion.

Collect data and report for compliance with Local Federal and State laws.

Assist plant management to ensure that all departments comply with applicable regulations

related to storage and disposal of industrial waste.

Be the point person for daily EHS issues.

Interface with EHS personnel at other Avery Dennison facilities to exchange ideas/information and to ensure consistent high-quality response to EHS Issues.

Coordinate and administer plant-wide waste and energy reduction plans.

Train employees on Safety investigate accidents and audit 5S system.

Evaluate and respond to all emergency situations.

Ensure team members receive all required environmental and safety training as scheduled.

Actively engage employees on the importance/benefits of working carefully.

Plan and facilitate team EHS meetings.

Maintain and share records and statistics.

Understand and fulfill knowledge of MSDS and basic EHS requirements.

Act as liaison between teams shifts and facility EHS lead.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Key Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

0 - 2 years experience with EHS.

Experience dealing with regulatory authorities.

Knowledge of federal state and local regulations related to EHS.

Good multitasking skills.

Good communication and writing skills.

Good analytical research and report writing skills.

Entry to intermediate level position.

Works under direct supervision.

Works within clearly defined operating procedures.

Limited or no prior training or work experience. Limited use and/or application of basic

principles theories and concepts.

Methods and tasks are clearly defined and described in detail.

Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems; receives instruction guidance

and direction from others.

Incumbent is learning the operation business products services customers and markets.

Additional Requirements

This position will sit near one of Vestcoms manufacturing sites.

TX Nashville (LaVergne)

Travel may be required up to 10%

All Vestcom employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.

All Vestcom employees are expected to comply with Vestcom policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace.