EHS Safety Manager

TekniPlex; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision/Dental insurance

401k with company match

Bonus program

Job summary

TekniPlex is seeking an experienced EHS Safety Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives across our manufacturing operations. You will develop programs, drive regulatory compliance, and promote a proactive safety culture that engages teams and reduces risk.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least ten years of progressive EHS leadership, with strong knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Ten years of progressive EHS leadership in manufacturing.
• Decision-making and execution in fast-paced operations.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Experience with incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience with risk assessments and CAPAs.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training.
• Experience conducting EHS audits and compliance assessments.
• Ability to influence leaders and drive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive EHS programs meeting federal, state, and local regs.
• Partner with plant leadership to implement safety strategies aligned with goals.
• Lead safety culture initiatives promoting engagement and ownership.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to reduce hazards.
• Oversee incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Monitor safety metrics to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance with required reporting.
• Deliver safety training programs and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Coordinate workers' comp claims and return-to-work processes.
• Serve as regulatory liaison during inspections and audits.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Incident investigations

Risk assessments

Safety training

Audits & compliance

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related discipline

Job description

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility

Picture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You’re part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day.

At TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 8,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care.

Here, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact.

Because at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next.

EHS Safety Manager

What will you do in this role?

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive environmental, health, and safety programs that comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with plant leadership to establish and execute safety strategies aligned with organizational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead efforts to foster a positive safety culture by promoting employee engagement, accountability, and ownership of safety practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to reduce workplace hazards and prevent injuries and illnesses.
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and analyze safety metrics and key performance indicators to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements, including preparing and submitting required reports.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate safety training programs to ensure effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and assessments to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including coordination of drills and training activities.
• Administer safety recognition and engagement programs designed to positively influence employee behaviors and safety performance.
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers regarding safety leadership, accountability, and best practices.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims management and collaborate with Human Resources and third-party administrators to support effective case management and return-to-work programs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for all environmental, health, and safety matters and act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing risk and enhancing operational performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

What skills do you need?

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in environmental, health, and safety leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to make complex decisions and drive execution in fast-paced manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and optimizing performance across diverse work groups.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience performing risk assessments and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
• Experience conducting EHS audits and compliance assessments.
• Demonstrated success influencing leaders and employees at all levels of the organization to drive cultural change and improve safety performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented approach.

We offer:

• Competitive Compensation-Up to $130k plus Target Bonus Incentive
• Great benefits: Health/Vision/Dental insurance, EAP, Life/AD&D/STD insurance, Holiday pay and PTO, 401k with great Company match plus extra contributions to help grow retirement!
• Training, growth and development opportunities.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Functional Expert

: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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