EHS Manager: Paper Manufacturing Safety Leader

Dart Container; Leola (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for our Leola, PA paper plate facility. Lead safety initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will develop training, track KPIs, and partner with operations to create a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility, while engaging employees at all levels in safety and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three (3) years of experience managing EHS programs and issues.
• Proven ability to lead EHS programs in manufacturing and distribution environments
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT)
• Skilled in incident investigation and risk mitigation
• Effective communicator and trainer with employee engagement experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and EHS systems
• Familiar with ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and fire prevention
• Holds relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CHMM, CIH, PE) and technical background in EHS or related fields

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to reduce workplace incidents and injuries; manage workers' compensation.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for safety, quality, efficiency, and service.
• Ensure compliance through internal and external audits under OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Develop EHS training programs to improve completion and understanding.
• Identify opportunities to reduce EHS-related costs via prevention and process changes.
• Drive cultural change to embed safety and environmental responsibility.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field

Job description

Dart Container is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for our Leola, PA paper plate facility. Lead safety initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will develop training, track KPIs, and partner with operations to create a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility, while engaging employees at all levels in safety and environmental stewardship.