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WestRock Company Safety/Quality Manager in Atlanta, Georgia
Smurfit Westrock is the go-to sustainable packaging partner of choice. We offer an unrivaled product portfolio and bring expertise, scale, and a global presence of 500+ converting operations and 63 mills across 40 countries.
The Opportunity:
The Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality Manager is a dual role and will be responsible for all activities related to both safety and quality to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and laws to prevent hazards and injuries. You will also manage and develop programs to educate employees to prevent hazards, risks, injuries and quality issues.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
Develop and maintain environmental, health, safety and quality training programs within the plant environment.
Maintain and update existing environmental, health, safety and quality standard operating procedures and policies.
Partner with manufacturing managers to review and improve environmental, health, safety and quality practices and ensure adoption by employees.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety and quality policies, regulations, and reporting in manufacturing.
Perform hazardous risk assessments for tasks or jobs to identify potential hazards and develop risk prevention plans to mitigate them.
Review and analyze accident/injury reports and data for accuracy and detail, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
Partner with worker’s compensation and general liability insurance representatives to ensure compliance with policy requirements.
Assist in administration of environmental, health, safety and quality incentive program, including assessing participation, monitoring engagement, reviewing all data, and ensuring incentives are paid.
Manage compliance for environmental regulations (e.g. air permits, water runoff).
Model and promote an organizational culture that fosters safe practices through effective leadership and training.
What you need to succeed:
High School diploma or G.E.D. - Required, Associate or Bachelor’s degree, Preferred.
2+ years of safety & quality experience within a corrugated packaging facility - Required.
Government or professional training - Preferred (e.g. OSHA 30-hour training).
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA
Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and inspire others to comply with environmental, health, safety and quality policies and standards
Thorough knowledge of environmental, health, safety and quality standards and methodologies
Proven track record of critical thinking and problem-solving
Inspire others to develop themselves and seek out continuous learning opportunities by serving as a role model and seeking out personal developmental opportunities
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
