HR & EHS Manager: Culture, Safety & Compliance

Ultipro; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging in Peru, Illinois, is seeking a hands-on HR Manager with Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities to lead full-cycle HR at the plant and champion safety initiatives. You will influence employee experience, strengthen compliance, and foster a culture where people and safety come first.

This exempt role reports to HR leadership and offers visibility with plant operations, opportunities to shape culture, and a focus on safety programs in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Safety, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years HR experience (EHS exposure preferred).
• Knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, etc.).
• Familiarity with OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Effective communication and employee engagement skills.
• HRIS and Microsoft Office proficiency – UKG experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP, OSHA 30, ASP, or GSP certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle hourly recruiting, on-boarding, and orientation.
• Partner with leaders on employee relations and performance management.
• Assist with benefits, payroll support, and HRIS data management.
• Coordinate training and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Lead safety initiatives and promote a strong safety culture.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Maintain SDS documentation and EHS records.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventative measures.
• Deliver safety training (PPE, hazard communication, emergency response)

Skills

HR management

Employee relations

Safety awareness

Compliance knowledge

Communication

HRIS (UKG)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

Tools

UKG HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pretium Packaging in Peru, Illinois, is seeking a hands-on HR Manager with Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities to lead full-cycle HR at the plant and champion safety initiatives. You will influence employee experience, strengthen compliance, and foster a culture where people and safety come first.

This exempt role reports to HR leadership and offers visibility with plant operations, opportunities to shape culture, and a focus on safety programs in a fast-paced manufacturing