Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Site Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager - Lancaster, OH

The Opportunity:

As the EHS Manager, you will lead, motivate, and cultivate a culture of EHS excellence in the workplace to mitigate risks, prevent accidents and illnesses, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote safe and environmentally responsible behaviors as part of daily operations. This pivotal role reports directly to the site's General Manager.

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock:

Collaborate with safety and environmental teams, as well as business leaders, to foster a proactive safety and environmental cultureImplement the company’s Environmental and Safety Excellence programs:Safety programs include, but are not limited to, pedestrian traffic, power industrial trucks/mobile equipment, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO), machine guarding, working from heights, ergonomics, material handling/dock safety, job safe planning, electrical safety, contractor safety, walking/working surfaces, confined spaces, hot work, line and equipment opening (LEO), and hazardous communication.Environmental programs encompass new chemical approvals, air emissions, stormwater management, wastewater processing, spill prevention and countermeasures, solid/hazardous waste management, and oversight of environmental permits and plans.Conduct thorough investigations in response to EHS incidents, including using human and organizational performance approachesOrganize employee safety and environmental engagement initiatives, including leading the site's safety, environmental, or EHS team.Perform safety and environmental risk assessments and develop site-specific action plans to mitigate risksDevelop comprehensive training plans for safety and environmental awareness, regulatory compliance, and other relevant topicsPartner with the local leadership team to establish specific safety and environmental KPIs and create action plans to achieve those objectivesEnsure timely performance of EHS testing, monitoring, training, and submission of required internal and external reportsExecute or coordinate site safety and environmental inspectionsActively manage the facility's EHS compliance task calendarsCollaborate with site leadership to ensure prompt closure of findings from corporate internal environmental and safety auditsRoutinely assess safety and environmental performance on the manufacturing floor and audit processes and site conditionsServe as a liaison with agencies such as OSHA and state/local environmental entitiesEvaluate operational changes and capital projects to identify and plan for EHS program impacts

What You Need to Succeed:

Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental science, engineering, or equivalentMinimum of two years' experience managing EHS in an industrial settingStrong organizational skills, prioritization abilities, and capacity to manage multiple tasks concurrentlyExcellent written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage others to comply with EHS policies and standardsExtensive knowledge of EHS standards, methodologies, and regulations, including OSHA, EPA, local and state environmental regulations, ANSI, and NFPAProven track record of critical thinking and problem-solvingAbility to exercise professional judgment in making quick decisions under stressful and time-sensitive conditionsAthletic Training backgroundHospital SafetyStrong Organization and Project focused.Occupational Therapy Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. The salary range for this position is $81,000.00 - $135,000.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.