Regional EHS Manager

Why Join CNG?

• Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling participation in the company’s growth and prosperity.
• Work‑Life Balance: Support for true work‑life integration for all CNG employee owners.
• Career Growth: Advance your career within an expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.
• Purpose‑Driven Work: Create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect the environment for future generations.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, onsite.

Location

Rhinelander, WI or Superior, WI.

What You’ll Do

• Research emerging regulations and lead implementation of new EH&S requirements, providing technical expertise and support for compliance and risk reduction.
• Lead the preparation, maintenance, and compliance of federal, state, and local EH&S reporting and permitting.
• Conduct EH&S assessments for chemical, biological, and physical hazards, documenting findings and driving corrective actions.
• Lead industrial hygiene functions, including assessments and data interpretation, translating findings into practical risk‑reduction solutions.
• Lead emergency response, evacuation planning, and incident investigation, determining root cause and driving corrective and preventive action plans.
• Establish and lead EH&S committees and engagement campaigns, serving as the primary interface with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Develop, interpret, and explain KPIs across business units, providing leadership to continually improve performance.
• Build EH&S strategies that align with corporate objectives and reduce operational risk.
• Conduct routine observations, inspections, audits, and risk assessments, and manage hazardous chemicals.
• Lead the creation and delivery of EH&S training, including new‑hire orientation, contractor communication, and regulatory training (LOTO, arc flash, fire extinguisher, and more).
• Coach and develop other EH&S personnel, influencing performance across multiple plants and reporting lines.
• Oversee incident reporting, investigation, and corrective/preventive action closure, serving as a primary first responder onsite.
• Manage workplace injuries in accordance with workers’ compensation practices and the transitional return‑to‑work program.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental, engineering, chemistry, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of EHS experience in an EHS/Safety/Environmental role and 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience (required).
• EHS certifications such as CSP, CHMM, etc. are preferred.
• Technical skills and knowledge of existing EHS standards and methodologies commensurate with assignments and current experience.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and design various EHS risk‑assessment activities and communicate follow‑up actions with senior staff and stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to coach, supervise, and develop personnel within assigned areas of responsibility.

Compensation & Benefits

• Employee Ownership – become a company owner day 1.
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Performance‑based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities.

Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.