Position Overview

Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of hygienic and domestic paper products. We are committed to sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and implement safety, health, and environmental programs within our Lewiston, ID manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for driving a culture of safety compliance, environmental responsibility, and regulatory adherence while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards.

Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, manuals, and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and corporate safety and environmental regulations.
• Design and conduct training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers to reinforce a safety-first culture.
• Oversee emergency action plans for employee and facility safety.
• Manage and facilitate new employee and contractor safety orientations.
• Act as the safety representative for all new equipment installations.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and promote active employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
• Manage workers' compensation claims, liaising with insurance carriers and brokers as necessary.
• Observe and coach employees on safe work behaviors and best practices.
• Oversee PPE inventory and distribution to ensure compliance with workplace safety requirements.
• Prepare and manage the safety budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
• Act as the facility security administrator, ensuring workplace security measures align with company policies.
• Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes, integrating new developments into safety programs.
• Maintain and promote ISO 45001:2018 certification.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health and Safety, Engineering, or related technical discipline. 5+ years' EHS experience in industrial environment. Strong leadership, influencing and decision-making skills. Excellent communications skills with both internal and external personnel. Demonstrated ability to generate and drive significant performance and process improvements.

Company Benefits

Why Join Sofidel America? Competitive compensation with an annual performance-based bonus. Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, 401(k) match, and paid time off. Professional training and development programs. A dynamic work environment within a global industry leader. Sofidel America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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