Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator - La Vergne, TN

VetJobs; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in materials science is looking for an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator in La Vergne, TN, to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and support safety initiatives in production facilities. This full-time role offers significant career growth opportunities and aims to maintain a safe working environment.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program eligibility

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring 0 - 2 years experience with EHS.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to EHS is essential.
• Direct supervision expected with clearly defined procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with completing EHS program tasks from inception to completion.
• Collect data and report for compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate and administer plant-wide waste and energy reduction plans.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good analytical and report writing skills

Good multitasking skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator - La Vergne, TN

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Job Description

Job Description

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Full-time

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides branding and information labeling solutions, including pressure-sensitive materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, and a variety of converted products and solutions. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of labeling and functional materials that enhance branded packaging, carry or display information that connects the physical and the digital, and improve customers’ product performance. The company serves an array of industries worldwide, including home and personal care, apparel, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive. The company employs approximately 36,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2022 were $9.0 billion.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Job Description

Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers where it matters most – the point of decision. Our patented innovation has been trusted by top retailers for more than 30 years to drive productivity and profitable growth. For our growing team of over 1000 employees, Vestcom offers the stability of an established company with the entrepreneurial spirit and fast-paced environment of a start-up.

Vestcom’s core values are at the heart of our organization, representing our fundamental beliefs and serving as our guiding light for how we conduct business and interact with each other.

Vestcom is a standalone business unit of Avery Dennison, a Fortune 500 leader in materials science and packaging materials.

Opportunity

The EHS Coordinator plays a key role in providing EHS support to our Production Facilities across the U.S as well as the EHS Department. The EHS Coordinator will put into practice EHS programs in compliance with Local, State, and Federal regulations as well as Avery Dennison corporate policies. The incumbent will assist management in establishing site safety teams and aid in achievement of all EHS performance objectives. The EHS Coordinator will effectively coordinate shift/team safety & environmental activities, programs and processes in a manner consistent with role expectations and ensure regular adherence to standards while promoting a safe, clean and productive workplace. Career growth opportunities will be available across both Vestcom and Avery Dennison. This role will be 1st Shift, 9:00am - 5:30pm, M - F.

► Key Areas of Responsibility

Activities And Duties Will Vary Depending Upon The Functional Area Assigned. Activities May Include All Or Some Of The Following, a Combination Of The Following, But Are Not Limited To:

Assists with completing EHS program or project tasks or activities from inception to completion.

Collect data and report for compliance with Local, Federal, and State laws.

Assist plant management to ensure that all departments comply with applicable regulations

related to storage and disposal of industrial waste.

Be the point person for daily EHS issues.

Interface with EHS personnel at other Avery Dennison facilities to exchange ideas/information and to ensure consistent high-quality response to EHS Issues.

Coordinate and administer plant-wide waste and energy reduction plans.

Train employees on Safety, investigate accidents, and audit 5S system.

Evaluate and respond to all emergency situations.

Ensure team members receive all required environmental and safety training as scheduled.

Actively engage employees on the importance/benefits of working carefully.

Plan and facilitate team EHS meetings.

Maintain and share records and statistics.

Understand and fulfill knowledge of MSDS and basic EHS requirements.

Act as liaison between teams, shifts, and facility EHS lead.

Auto req ID

447698BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Coordinator

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

► Key Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

0 - 2 years experience with EHS.

Experience dealing with regulatory authorities.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to EHS.

Good multitasking skills.

Good communication and writing skills.

Good analytical, research and report writing skills.

Entry to intermediate level position.

Works under direct supervision.

Works within clearly defined operating procedures.

Limited or no prior training or work experience. Limited use and/or application of basic

principles, theories, and concepts.

Methods and tasks are clearly defined and described in detail.

Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems; receives instruction, guidance

and direction from others.

Incumbent is learning the operation, business, products, services, customers and markets.

► Additional Requirements

This position will sit near one of Vestcom’s manufacturing sites.

TX, Nashville (LaVergne)

Travel may be required up to 10%

All Vestcom employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.

All Vestcom employees are expected to comply with Vestcom policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace.

City*

La Vergne

State*

Tennessee

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Avery Dennison

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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