Manager, Safety & Security

ND Paper; Rumford (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401 K retirement plan with company match

Wellness programs with incentives

Paid holidays and personal days

Job summary

A leading paper manufacturing company is seeking a Manager, Safety & Security to ensure a safe work environment and implement safety programs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in safety. This full-time role emphasizes a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, along with excellent organizational and communication skills. Competitive benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in an environmental, safety, or health role.
• Strong commitment to safety, clean production, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of a safe work environment.
• Implement zero-injury culture and safety programs.
• Provide technical safety expertise to staff.
• Oversee hazardous waste handling and fire protection.
• Manage security services and network for best practices.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Coaching and mentoring

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Safety, or Industrial Hygiene

Job description

Manager, Safety & Security – ND Paper

Join our team as a Manager, Safety & Security at ND Paper. We are a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States and part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation.

About Us

ND Paper is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine, and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and additional facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, and Fairmont, West Virginia, we produce nearly one million tons of products annually. Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering a positive work environment where individuals can advance and thrive.

Compensation

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At ND Paper, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on each position and candidate.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Drive the implementation of a zero‑injury culture, including implementing safety programs and auditing to ensure program effectiveness.
• Establish safety policies and work practices to ensure compliance with all state, federal, and ND Paper rules and regulations.
• Ensure the facility is compliance with all safety and environmental stewardship regulations and oversee required operating permits.
• Provide technical safety expertise to managers, supervisors, and employees including program development, implementation, and execution.
• Ensure proper safety equipment is obtained and accessible to employees.
• Ensure timely incident investigations are completed and conduct incident investigation training with mill management.
• Manage the mill’s clean production initiatives and network with ND Paper counterparts on implementing best practices, auditing, and tracking.
• Oversee all aspects of industrial hygiene for the site.
• Manage all hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal.
• Ensure the facility’s fire protection systems are functional, sustainable, and compliant with requirements.
• Manage risk for fire protection and security needs; maintain contact with insurance and coordinate inspections and audits.
• Oversee the mill’s contracted security services.
• Network with other safety, environmental, and security experts across ND Paper and participate in cross‑divisional meetings and teams.

Required Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Engineering, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or equivalent experience in an EH&S management role.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in an environmental, safety, or health role working in an industrial facility.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure for situations affecting safety of personnel or equipment.
• Ability to coach, mentor, lead, and direct employees to meet stated objectives regarding safety, clean production, and sustainability.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to handle multiple time‑sensitive projects and delegate decision making and other responsibilities when needed.
• Committed to safety, clean production, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member as well as independently.
• Model ND Paper’s values and achieve results through safe and clean work practices, respect for people, minimal environmental impact, quality and customers first, and social responsibility.

Attributes for Success

• Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity.
• Pursuit of Excellence – consistently exceed expectations in day‑to‑day work and outperform competitors.
• Integrity – treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes.
• Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenge the status quo, and actively seek improvement.
• Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast‑paced environment.
• Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight, and stewardship.

ND Paper Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.
• Tax‑advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work‑life balance.
• 401 K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution.
• Wellness programs with incentives and an on‑site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron locations.

Apply

Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to https://us.ndpaper.com/careers.

No unsolicited resumes – ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing