Environmental Health and Safety(EHS) Manager

Avery Dennison Corporation; Painesville, East Hartford (OH, CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to enhance safety culture and compliance at their Painesville site. This pivotal role involves leading EHS programs, coordinating training, and ensuring adherence to regulations, all while fostering a proactive safety environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EHS leadership, regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and employee well-being, where your contributions will directly impact workplace safety and operational excellence.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits from day one

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership in EHS with progressive responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and NFPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS programs and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Investigate incidents and develop hazard control practices.

Skills

Leadership

Training and Mentoring

Regulatory Compliance

Incident Investigation

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Advanced certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-specific software

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are making products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainability, circularity, and transparency. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, RFID inlays and tags, software applications connecting the physical and digital worlds, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and display information to improve customer experience. Serving industries worldwide—including home and personal care, apparel, retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals, and automotive—we employ approximately 35,000 employees across more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. More information is available at www.averydennison.com.

Benefits at Avery Dennison include:

• Health & Wellness benefits from day one
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and holidays

We are seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager for our Reflective Business at the Painesville, OH, Building 7 site. The role involves participating in the Plant Leadership Team, reporting to the Operations Manager, and engaging employees at all levels and shifts to foster a safety culture and achieve zero injuries. Responsibilities include coordinating EHS functions, developing and implementing EHS programs, standards, training, and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead EHS programs such as Hazcom, PSM, RCRA, Title V, stormwater, hearing conservation, LOTO, machine guarding, TRI reporting, and employee participation programs.
• Maintain OSHA logs and other regulatory records.
• Develop and oversee environmental health and safety training programs.
• Investigate incidents, analyze root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform risk assessments, develop hazard control practices, and lead safety analysis and PPE compliance.
• Manage compliance records, reports, and permits, and monitor regulatory changes.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and conduct risk assessments of machinery and conditions.
• Support leadership with EHS implementation, maintain relationships with regulatory agencies, and lead safety teams.
• Assist with emergency plans and participate in the Corporate EHS Network.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemical, Environmental Engineering/Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of leadership in EHS with progressive responsibilities; advanced certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc.) are a plus.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills.
• Experience in manufacturing safety and knowledge of relevant regulations (NFPA, OSHA, Hazcom, GHS, industrial hygiene).
• Proficiency with computer systems such as Microsoft Office and industry-specific software.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and presentation skills.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes. Confidentiality is maintained in accordance with EEO guidelines. For accommodations in the application process, please contact [phone] or email us.