EHS Manager - Printing & Packaging Manufacturing

ProAmpac; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking an experienced Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead and strengthen EHS performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This hands-on leader will drive safety programs, ensure compliance, and partner with operations, engineering, and site leadership to embed EHS in new equipment builds and start-ups.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of EHS leadership in manufacturing, with direct experience in printing/packaging settings, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience supporting printing, flexible packaging, converting, or related print operations.
• Experience supporting new manufacturing equipment builds, installations, commissioning, or start-ups.
• Demonstrated knowledge of machine safety and manufacturing hazards.
• Proven leadership spanning safety and environmental responsibilities.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's environmental, health, and safety programs to advance a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Design, implement, and maintain EHS policies, inspections, monitoring, reporting, and training.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local EHS requirements and translate into operating standards.
• Provide EHS input on equipment design, layout, installation, and start-up for new builds and capital projects.
• Participate in risk reviews before start-up focusing on guarding, energy isolation, electrical safety, chemical handling, ergonomics, and ventilation.
• Collaborate with engineers, maintenance, and contractors to address hazards with new or modified equipment.
• Apply EHS knowledge to printing and converting operations and equipment.
• Lead EHS audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training for all levels of the organization.
• Coordinate regulatory visits and environmental reporting; manage hazardous materials handling and disposal.
• Analyze incidents and processes to identify trends and preventive actions.
• Lead the EHS team and drive continuous-improvement initiatives with site leaders.

Skills

EHS leadership

Manufacturing experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Training program development

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

CHMM, ASP/CSP, CIH certification

Job description

ProAmpac is seeking an experienced Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead and strengthen EHS performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This hands-on leader will drive safety programs, ensure compliance, and partner with operations, engineering, and site leadership to embed EHS in new equipment builds and start-ups.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of EHS leadership in manufacturing, with direct experience in printing/packaging settings, and a track record of