Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator

PaperWorks US; Town of Lysander (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PaperWorks US in New York seeks an experienced EHS Coordinator to lead environmental, health, and safety programs for a folding carton facility. The role focuses on developing and delivering training initiatives to foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across operations.

You will perform safety audits, manage SDS and Hazard Communication, and oversee incident investigations while reporting to OSHA and EPA. On-site work with occasional training travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment; folding carton or packaging industry experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and NYSDEC regulations.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and track training programs for all employees, onboarding, refreshers, and job-specific safety instruction.
• Develop engaging training materials (presentations, manuals, videos) for manufacturing operations.
• Conduct hands-on safety drills and simulations (fire evacuation, chemical spill response).
• Maintain training records and ensure certifications are up to date.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and improve content based on feedback.

Skills

Training development

OSHA/EHS regulations

Safety audits

Incident investigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related

Tools

EHS management systems

Job description

Summary

The EHS Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies. A key focus of this role is to lead and manage all EHS-related training initiatives to foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility throughout the folding carton manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

Training & Development:

• Design, deliver, and track training programs for all employees, including onboarding, annual refreshers, and job-specific safety instruction.
• Develop engaging training materials (e.g., presentations, manuals, videos) tailored to manufacturing operations.
• Conduct hands‑on safety drills and simulations (e.g., fire evacuation, chemical spill response).
• Maintain accurate training records and ensure timely completion of required certifications.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve content based on feedback and incident trends.

Safety Program Management:

• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across the facility.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and update the facility’s Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Hazard Communication Program.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and enforce safety protocols on the production floor.

Environmental Compliance:

• Monitor and report on environmental metrics (e.g., waste disposal, emissions, recycling).
• Ensure compliance with EPA, DEC, and other environmental regulations.
• Coordinate hazardous waste handling and disposal in accordance with regulations.

Regulatory & Reporting:

• Prepare and submit required reports to OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory bodies.
• Stay current on changes in EHS regulations and communicate updates to leadership.
• Support internal and external audits and inspections.

This document outlines the minimum requirements of the positions and is not intended to be all-inclusive of duties.

Salary: $80k-$90k

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment; folding carton or packaging industry experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and NYSDEC regulations.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.

Working Conditions:

• On‑site in a manufacturing environment.
• May require occasional travel for training or compliance meetings.
• Ability to walk, stand, and inspect production areas regularly.