Plant EHS Manager (OHSE)

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At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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About the Role

The Plant EHS Manager leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the plant’s Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental (OHSE) management system. This role is a key partner to plant leadership, driving a proactive safety culture and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and corporate standards.

The EHS Manager oversees critical programs including safety, fire protection, environmental compliance, industrial hygiene, construction safety, training, and site security. This position plays a central role in identifying risks, implementing preventive measures, and monitoring performance to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the plant’s OHSE management system, ensuring alignment with regulatory and company requirements
• Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute the site OHSE strategy, including assigning ownership and driving implementation
• Drive a strong safety culture through leadership, communication, recognition programs, and employee engagement initiatives
• Conduct OHSE audits, inspections, and analyses to ensure employee safety and regulatory compliance; develop and track corrective action plans to completion
• Ensure critical risk assessments and job safety analyses are completed and that corrective actions are implemented effectively
• Collaborate cross-functionally with department personnel, supervisors, and operators to identify, resolve, and prevent workplace hazards
• Review and oversee incident investigations to ensure completeness and accuracy; enter finalized reports into the corporate incident management system
• Analyze incident data, audit findings, and employee feedback to identify trends and prioritize improvement efforts
• Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and inspections (e.g., OSHA, environmental, fire), ensuring readiness and compliance
• Maintain required regulatory records, including OSHA 300 logs, and ensure proper posting and documentation
• Oversee environmental, fire protection, industrial hygiene, and site security programs to ensure compliance and effectiveness
• Support construction and contractor activities by monitoring performance and ensuring adherence to safe work practices
• Chair plant safety committees and communicate OHSE updates through meetings, reports, and other communication channels
• Develop, deliver, and manage safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors; track compliance and maintain training records
• Partner with HR to support workers’ compensation coordination, job training programs, and safe work practices development
• Develop and manage the annual OHSE budget, monitoring performance against targets
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and related systems
• Work closely with Regional and Corporate Safety teams to align on standards, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement
• Maintain a strong presence on the plant floor to coach, mentor, and reinforce safe behavior
• Uphold the company's food safety and quality standards, complying with all SQF requirements.

Relationships:

• Regional OHSE Manager or Corporate OHSE Manager
• Plant Leadership
• Amcor co-workers
• Internal and External Customers

Physical Requirements

• Normal Vision
• Hearing/Listening
• Sitting
• Distant Vision
• Talking/Speaking
• Standing
• Near Vision
• Hand/Finger Dexterity
• Walking
• Stooping
• Pushing/Pulling
• Bending
• Kneeling
• Climbing
• Carrying (<50 pounds)
• Lifting (< 50 pounds)

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health and Safety, or Safety Engineer or equivalent experience and technical training in lieu of degree.
• Three years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety field in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the plastics industry.
• Experience working with construction/contractors in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate across multiple teams and departments.
• Experience training and maintaining safety program records including Forklift, LOTO, and more.
• Ability to lead projects/initiatives
• Champions and builds a safety first culture.
• Certification in CSP or CIH preferred. Must be achieved within 3 years of hire date.

What we offer you

• Exciting opportunity to work for a truly global company/team
• Coaching and development opportunities
• Long term career opportunities
• Cross functional collaboration

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)