Health & Safety Associate Manager

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

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MISSION / SUMMARY:

The HSE Associate Manager (Safety & Health), is a key member of the Macon HSE team and is responsible for implementing strategic and operational plans to drive both short and long-term objectives and provides world class expertise through demonstrated leadership. 

The HSE Associate Manager, is a key member of Macon HSE team and is responsible assisting with the management of the Health & Safety function at the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility, implementing strategic and operational plans to drive both short and long-term objectives, and provide world class expertise through demonstrated leadership.  The position is responsible for assisting with the management of the HSE Management System and related matters to safeguard the health and welfare of all employees, vendors, contractors, visitors, etc.  This role reports directly to the HSE Sr. Manager at the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility and engages other operations and functions as required.  The Macon HSE Associate Manager supports the HSE global vision, mission, overall goals and objectives and is the key liaison with HSE leadership.

The HSE Associate Manager will have history of sustained results, leadership, prioritization, coordination and consistent deployment of strategy, customer service and compliance are requirements for this position. Direct responsibilities include Health and safety regulatory compliance and support with medical and worker compensation groups. The individual works cross functionally and develops relationships to achieve compliance, positive employee and community relations, influences to create a positive HSE culture and drives results that achieve positive business performance. The individual will influence proactively in a dynamic work environment. Expected results focus on driving a proactive, sustainable, and continuously improving HSE management system, developing and enhancing employee H&S knowledge, innovating transformation, and performing with excellence.

Key Responsibilities and Job Functions: Primary job functions include, but are not limited to the following:  

• Managing various aspects of the Health and Safety program for the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility
• Participates in compliance program including OSHA, state, and other federal regulations and maintains comprehensive knowledge of government Health and Safety regulations
• Implements plans and delivers results in a fast-changing business and regulatory environment by participating in Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Division Health and Safety initiatives to drive process improvements.
• Provides input to Paperboard Manufacturing Facility and departmental strategy
• Coordinates, plans, and drives Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Health and Safety Committee reviews and participates and provides guidance and support for Area Health and Safety Team Meetings
• Contributes directly to Paperboard Manufacturing Facility priorities and planning
• Provides solutions to complex Health and Safety and security issues serving as the Health and Safety leader
• Designs, develops, implements programs and oversees the aspects of the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility’s First Responders, OSHA Audiometric and Respirator fit testing, Process Safety Management, and industrial hygiene. 
• Investigates accidents, develops corrective and preventive actions, promotes Health and Safety-conscious work performance.
• Drives hazard identification and risk reduction across the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility
• Works closely with OSHA officials, state police, Hazmat, community representatives, and other officials
• Manages and documents Health and Safety audits and inspections
• Determines Health and Safety training requirements and schedule and provides or coordinates training for employees applicable to their work processes.
• Directs and coordinates appropriate, timely and cost-effective delivery of health care related to disability, urgent and emergency care, work limitations, transitional return to work plans, accommodations and part-time work for workers compensation and non-workers compensation illness and injury
• Actively participates in machine outages to oversee the Health and Safety aspects of the process
• Other duties as assigned.

Background:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in health and safety or related field and 6 years of related experience or Masters of Science Degree in health and safety or related field and 4 years of related experience

• Certified Professional, desired
• Possesses broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities.
• Paper manufacturing experience preferred.

Required Skills:

• Extensive knowledge with Microsoft programs (excel, word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with HSE data management system (i.e., Gensuite, Intelex, VelocityEHS, Enablon, ProcessMap, EHS Insight, Riskconnect) 

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.  Weekend and evening on call responsibilities based on rotation.
• Up to 25% travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8+hours.
• Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.

Pay Range:   $78,450.00 - $104,600.00

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applicants will be accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Additional information will be shared during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, past experience, job duties, geography, and business need, among other things.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.

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