EHS Regional Manager - Films/Specialty

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Regional EHS Manager is responsible for assisting in the development, deployment and continuous improvement of environmental, health and safety management systems and programs across assigned Magnera locations. This position will help to ensure compliance with internal and external compliance requirements as well as lead initiative deployment and culture evolution across designated locations in the U.S. and Canada.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as an EHS subject matter expert and business partner for assigned facilities (approximately 6-8) in the U.S. & Canada Region.
• Conduct routine periodic audits and site visits to provide in-person support and assistance as required.
• Partner with Operations team(s) to develop and review plans to address incidents, near misses, lessons learned, compliance needs and other EHS related topics.
• Assist and support the investigation of accidents/incidents and sharing learnings across organization to aid in preventing recurrence of similar incidents in the future.
• Provide support for site EHS teams to help build and maintain awareness of developing environmental, health & safety issues and adoption of best practices through internal and external benchmarking. 
• Facilitate and enhance networks, sharing and collaboration between sites.
• Drive awareness and accountability for environmental, health and safety performance through all levels of the organization.  Coach and develop EHS and site leadership teams to drive culture development and engagement.
• Lead the development and implementation of Magnera EHS programs and initiatives (as assigned) to support global standards and consistency of approach.
• Provide support to create a strong safety culture through active communication and reinforcement of expectations, goals, standards, and metrics used to measure progress. Develop action plans to address gaps and monitor progress to ensure organizational accountability. 
• Produce regular summary reports and analysis on environmental, health & safety activities, performance and results to support regional and corporate requirements. 
• Support development of annual EHS plans, goals, objectives, reports and performance improvement plans for designated facilities and overall Magnera strategy execution. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety. Industrial Hygiene, Fire Protection, Environmental Science, Engineering or related discipline.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other safety certification preferred. 
• Minimum 7 years of experience in direct Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership experience. Prior Multi-site oversight experience is preferred.
• Applied knowledge and working understanding of federal/county EHS requirements (i.e.; OSHA, EPA, NFPA)
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred (green or black belt). 
• Strong incident investigation, root cause analysis and continuous improvement skills 
• Strong leadership, communication, influencing and collaboration skills 
• Strong organizational and program management skills
• Experience with Behavior Based Safety 
• Computer literacy: MS Office, EHS Based Computer Systems (such as EHS Velocity) preferred 
• Travel - approximately 50%

COMPETENCIES:

Advisory- Develops collaborative and trusting relationships with coworkers. Able to identify team member's needs, problems and issues. Able to advise and provide counsel, make fitting recommendations, and directs strategic choices.

Change Leader- Ability to facilitate the process of change, while helping others to adapt to its effects. Able to explain the need for change by communicating gaps as well as the benefits while being sensitive to evolution of the people and culture.

Business Acumen- Able to establish, communicate, explain and circulate business objectives to solicit buy-in and commitment. Transforms the organization's vision and strategy into goals. Makes sure systems and processes support achievement of objectives.

Cultural Leadership- Ability to orient, engage, empower and support teams to meet business goals. Encompasses the ability to create a stimulating environment and culture that fosters employee commitment and dedication. Adapt leadership style to different situations/people. Provides constructive feedback to enforce positive behaviors and handle negative behaviors.

Strategic Development- Ability to analyze the strengths & weaknesses of the organization as well as the potential of the market and the industry. Encompasses developing competitive medium or long term strategies aligned to the business vision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Physical demands:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects or tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; talk or hear.  The employee must periodically lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The employee will frequently climb up to three levels above floor level. 

Work environment:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time; dust; heat; humidity, odors.  The noise level in the work environment varies and hearing protection is required in some work areas.  The employee is frequently exposed to high speed machinery, open inward turning rolls, and moving lift truck traffic. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do 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.