Plant EHS Manager

The Plant EHS Manager position exists to provide leadership and technical guidance in managing the EHS responsibilities for the Turlock Facility. This position develops strategies and programs aimed towards continuous improvement of EHS performance in alignment with Evergreen Packagings EHS objectives. This person is also responsible for keeping the facility team engaged in the areas of productivity quality safety and training. Must have a strong knowledge in Manufacturing team development and training.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

1.) Responsible for maintaining a world class safety EHS Program for the entire Turlock facility.

1. Maintain and improve EHS programs consistent with corporate and OHSA guidelines.
2. Complete timely and thorough Incident Investigations and Corrective Action Planning.
3. Communicate program results to the plant team through creative presentations in the plant wide meetings.
4. Create sustainable systems that integrate EHS functions into the daily activities of the facility.

2.) Manage Workers Compensation reporting and costs.

1. Maintain low WC costs by eliminating injuries closing open cases in a timely manner reporting injuries to TPA by deadlines and auditing system costs.
2. Develop strong relationship with treating physicians and local TPA adjuster.

3.) Facilitate Safe Behavior Observation Process

1. Reduce injuries by maintaining a highly effective peer-to-peer behavioral observation process.
2. Encourage 100% quality participation through stimulating and rewarding programs.
3. Create and maintain databases to provide relevant and timely information to the facility.
4. Focus crews on trends of unsafe behavior in their area to highlight and correct prior to an incident.

4.) Annual EHS Training

1. Provide stimulating and effective training for all facility team members.
2. Ensure information is retained through post-training quizzes and continued education in team meetings.
3. Develop and maintain databases to document and report facility attendance.

5.) Direct Safety and Satellite Teams towards the facilitys strategic goals and objectives.

1. Utilize EHS/Lead Team meetings to set the facilitys goals and report on correct action plans from incidents and the annual Key Element Survey.
2. Develop effective teams that identify track and resolve issues pertinent to their team function.

6.) Knowledge of the SQF System.

7.) Must be able to train effectively and have strong presentation skills.

8.) Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

9.) Ability and willingness to work in excess of 40 hours per week with no notice.

10.) Ability to pay close attention to detail prioritize multiple tasks and possess excellent follow-up skills.

11.) Demonstrate effective instructional design skills.

12.) Demonstrate effective technical writing research and development skills.

13.) Demonstrate proficient skills in Microsoft Office and other software applications specific to position.

14.) Effectively participate in Job Task and Training Needs Analysis process.

15.) Establish and maintain credibility.

16.) Effectively analyze course materials and participant information as required.

17.) Assure preparation of instruction site.

18.) Effectively control the learning environment.

Education Skills and/or Experience Required at Entry:

1. Bachelors degree in business computer science EHS or equivalent.
2. 2 years of EHS experience.
3. Experience with team based work groups.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Pactiv Evergreen/Novolex management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. 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. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex our 20000 family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at .

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation religion creed age national origin physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity and/or expression marital status veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation pleasecall or email

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust employee-led Give Back program which includes a matching gifts plan community grants initiative and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Pactiv Evergreen is required by laws in many locations to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Pactiv Evergreen it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $83400-$139000.

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