HSE Manager – Safety Leadership in Manufacturing

International Paper; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

401(k)

Education reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

International Paper in Richmond, VA, seeks an HSE Manager to lead safety, environmental and regulatory programs on site. You will collaborate with local leadership to promote a culture of injury-free operations and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

The role includes managing HSE systems, audits, incident investigations, corrective actions, training, and site-wide safety communications. A Bachelor’s in HSE and 3–5 years’ manufacturing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HSE required.
• 3–5 years HSE experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with progressive HSE cultures and safety leadership.
• Knowledge of HSE compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; Presentation and delivery skills.
• Aptitude for organization, prioritization and managing multiple tasks.
• Willingness to travel for training, meetings and benchmarking and weekly support of multiple facilities within geography.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems, processes and procedures that promote a positive safety culture and ensure injury-free, healthy workplace.
• Collaborate with local leadership to meet HSE regulatory requirements and company programs.
• Assign and track HSE activities, maintain documentation and close gaps.
• Lead incident investigations and manage corrective actions and workers’ compensation.
• Coordinate safety audits/inspections and review results to drive corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver employee training, onboarding, and safety communications site-wide.
• Maintain environmental permits, inspections, certifications and submissions.
• Support cross-functional safety committees and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

HSE experience

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in HSE

Job description

International Paper in Richmond, VA, seeks an HSE Manager to lead safety, environmental and regulatory programs on site. You will collaborate with local leadership to promote a culture of injury-free operations and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

The role includes managing HSE systems, audits, incident investigations, corrective actions, training, and site-wide safety communications. A Bachelor’s in HSE and 3–5 years’ manufacturing experience are preferred.