EHS Specialist

Skill Set

• Advanced certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CHI), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Knowledge of ergonomic principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Experience with Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Systems

Responsibilities

• Manage site industrial hygiene plans including exposure monitoring/modeling, containment testing, and hearing conservation need
• Monitor site-specific EHS leading and lagging indicators
• Practice safe working techniques and reinforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by the Company
• Deliver on time information when asked to research, investigate, and analyze information
• Participate in environmental, health and safety reviews, routine environmental and safety inspections, and incident investigations where applicable
• Act as EHS Subject Matter Expert, responding to questions from sites and other stakeholders
• Maintain current EHS knowledge and regulations pertaining to The Visual Pak Companies business activity
• Provide notice of changes, updates, or financial impact to appropriate management
• Partner with departments about training compliance and safety initiatives
• Provide research on topics and best practices as required
• Identify site-specific circumstances requiring changes to the EHS management system, and enable the successful implementation and sustainability at a local level
• Act as a mentor to other EHS Specialists within the network
• Support plant leadership on capital project planning to align sustainability efforts with capital and engineering projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational H&S, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent mix of education and experience
• At least 3 years working in a manufacturing environment as a safety professional preferred
• Investigate and evaluate root causes for occupational injuries/illnesses, incidents and near misses and maintain relevant data for driving strategic program decisions
• Present strong communication skills with the ability to actively listen to others as they relay information
• Practiced written skills including information presentation, and comfortability speaking to a diverse audience in both interpersonal and large group settings is a must
• Ability to analyze and evaluate options, solutions, and exercise judgement in making sound decisions
• Utilize corporate EHS software systems necessary to support compliance activities and the tracking/reporting of EHS performance metrics and trends

About Visual Pak

Established in 1982, The Visual Pak Companies is the premier destination for cutting-edge contract packaging and manufacturing solutions. As a privately held conglomerate, we specialize in delivering optimal Manufacturing, Design, Packaging, and Logistics Services for Consumer Goods, setting us apart as a leader in the industry.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with Company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts (DCA)
• Dependent Care Subsidy
• Childcare & Elder Care Resources
• Tuition/Education Assistance
• Active & Fit Direct
• Geode Health
• Commuter Benefits
• Health Advocate Services
• Benefit Hub
• Employee Perks and Discount Marketplace
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance