Regional EHS Manager

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it‘s in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results-driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility. 

Primary Purpose:

Supporting the Core Values of Passion, Teamwork and Excellence and under the direction of the EHS Director, the Regional EHS Manager is responsible for Health and Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Sustainability program performance of eastern region Food & Specialty plants, as well as support other H&S functional initiatives & projects.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Regular site visits to eastern region plants (audits, status visits, incident investigation, training, etc.)

• Where needed provides support in H&S activities, including (but not limited to):

• Trainings
• Risk assessments
• Implementation of standards and procedures (incl. ISO 45001 where relevant)
• Internal audits (Trivium standard, other, etc.)
• Cross audits and support to other operations when required
• Developing Trivium standards and support documents
• Arranging meetings
• Monitor safety activities/systems
• etc.

• Challenges (Plant) Management in order to implement BU initiatives, reach the Trivium Safety Indicators and other relevant BU topics
• Highlights areas of concern related to H&S with the Plant Managers and/or Manufacturing Director.
• Checking of quality of accident investigation management reports prior approving and provide continuous guidance where required
• Supports and ensures a good quality of monthly H&S KPIs reported in management system.
• Provides input for annual PDR targets for plant management.
• Assists with Risk Management, Insurance, and Workers’ Comp issues where relevant
• Develop, Initiate, maintain, and train on all EHS&S programs.
• Assist site with completion of and training on EHS&S related Standard Operating Procedures SOPs).
• Analyze data to identify and prioritize continuous improvement of plant EHS&S Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Champion Sustainability data management and strategic initiative planning in line with Trivium long term targets.
• Serve as Environmental Management Representative for site ISO 14001 Management System.
• Assure compliance to all required environmental regulations (RCRA, DOT, EPA, State Agency).
• Manage completion of all required internal and external environmental reports (e.g. Tier II, form R, bi-annual waste, Emission Inventory, etc.)
• Update and maintain Environmental management plans (e.g. SWPPP, SPCC, HazWaste Contingency, Emergency Response Plan)
• Establish proactive and cooperative relationships with safety and environmental regulatory agencies.
• Participate in Corporate System EHS audits periodically at varies sites.

• Shall understand the Food Safety Policy, GMP's, HACCP Principle and Food Safety Standard.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Direct Reports:

None

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Exceptional written/verbal communication, training, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to lead a team, coach, train, mentor, and facilitate job tasks.
• Excellent people skills, high energy, and positive cultural fit.
• Ability to facilitate a cross-functional team.
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel and customers.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Dynamic, quickly respond to ever changing environment.
• Auditing skills (knowledge and skills in audit principles, processes, methods, management system as well as relevant Trivium standards, the organization, and its context)
• Assists H&S related investment & strategic planning.
• Skilled in regulatory agency (both local municipality and State) interactions.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Problem solving skills

Education & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in managing EHS&S programs required.
• BS degree in relevant technical field required.
• Certification in either Safety (CSP), Industrial Hygiene (CIH), or HazMat (CHMM) preferred.
• Relevant knowledge of ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 standards.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mobility

Position requires regular travel 25-40%.

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.