Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Sofidel S.p.A.; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Training & development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Sofidel America, a leading global paper products manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for our Lewiston, ID facility. You will lead safety, health, and environmental programs, drive a culture of regulatory compliance, and ensure ISO 45001:2018 standards are upheld across operations.

Key responsibilities include policy development, training design, audits, contractor safety, and incident management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or related discipline.
• 5+ years' EHS experience in industrial environments.
• Strong leadership, influencing and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive performance improvements with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and corporate regulations.
• Design and deliver training programs reinforcing safety culture.
• Oversee emergency action plans and employee safety orientations.
• Act as safety representative for new equipment installations.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and drive employee engagement.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments to mitigate hazards.
• Manage workers' compensation claims with insurers as needed.
• Observe and coach safe work behaviors and PPE usage.
• Maintain facilities security measures and budget for safety programs.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and ISO 45001:2018 standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influencing

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS / related

Job description

Position Overview

Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of hygienic and domestic paper products. We are committed to sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and implement safety, health, and environmental programs within our Lewiston, ID manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for driving a culture of safety compliance, environmental responsibility, and regulatory adherence while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, manuals, and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.


• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and corporate safety and environmental regulations.


• Design and conduct training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers to reinforce a safety-first culture.


• Oversee emergency action plans for employee and facility safety.


• Manage and facilitate new employee and contractor safety orientations.


• Act as the safety representative for all new equipment installations.


• Lead Safety Committee meetings and promote active employee engagement in safety initiatives.


• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.


• Manage workers' compensation claims, liaising with insurance carriers and brokers as necessary.


• Observe and coach employees on safe work behaviors and best practices.


• Oversee PPE inventory and distribution to ensure compliance with workplace safety requirements.


• Prepare and manage the safety budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.


• Act as the facility security administrator, ensuring workplace security measures align with company policies.


• Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes, integrating new developments into safety programs.


• Maintain and promote ISO 45001:2018 certification.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health and Safety, Engineering, or related technical discipline.


• 5+ years' EHS experience in industrial environment.


• Strong leadership, influencing and decision-making skills.


• Excellent communications skills with both internal and external personnel.


• Demonstrated ability to generate and drive significant performance and process improvements.

Company Benefits

Why Join Sofidel America?

• Competitive compensation with an annual performance-based bonus.


• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, 401(k) match, and paid time off.


• Professional training and development programs.


• A dynamic work environment within a global industry leader.

Sofidel America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.