Safety Manager

The Opportunity:\u202F

The Safety Manager will be responsible for all activities related to occupational safety and health in the facility you are aligned to and you will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and laws to prevent hazards and injuries. As a Safety Manager you will manage and develop safety programs to educate supervisors and managers and to prevent hazards, risks, and injuries.

\u202FHow you will impact Smurfit WestRock

\u202F\u2022 Develop and maintain safety education training program within the plant environment.

\u202F\u2022 Maintain and update existing safety procedures, standard operating procedures, and policies

\u202F\u2022 Partner with manufacturing managers to review and improve safety practices and ensure adoption by employees

\u202F\u2022 Ensure compliance with safety policies, regulations, and reporting in manufacturing

\u202F\u2022 Perform hazardous risk assessments for tasks or jobs to identify potential hazards and develop risk prevention plans to mitigate them

\u202F\u2022 Review and analyze accident/injury reports and data for accuracy and detail, ensuring corrective actions are taken.

\u202F\u2022 Partner with worker\u2019s compensation and general liability insurance representatives to ensure compliance with policy requirements.

\u202F\u2022 Assist in administration of safety incentive program, including assessing participation, monitoring engagement, reviewing all data, and ensuring incentives are paid.

\u202F\u2022 Manage compliance for environmental regulations (e.g. air permits, water runoff).

\u202F\u2022 Model and promote an organizational culture that fosters safe practices through effective leadership and training.

\u202FWhat you need to succeed:

\u202F\u2022 High School diploma or G.E.D. - Required

\u202F\u2022 Associate or Bachelor\u2019s degree - Preferred

\u202F\u2022 Must have 2+ years of safety supervisory role in a safety program - Required

\u202F\u2022 Safety-related certification (e.g. MESH, CSP, ASP - Preferred

\u202F\u2022 Demonstrate thorough knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA\u202F

\u202F\u2022 Government or professional training and compliance courses (e.g. OSHA 30-hour training) - Preferred

\u202F\u2022 Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and inspire others to comply with safety policies and standards

\u202F\u2022 Thorough knowledge of safety standards and methodologies

\u202F\u2022 Proven track record of critical thinking and problem-solving

\u202F\u2022 Inspire others to develop themselves and seek out continuous learning opportunities by serving as a role model and seeking out personal developmental opportunities\u202F

What we offer:

\u202F\u2022 Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

\u202F\u2022 Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

\u202F\u2022 An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential. \u2022 Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!

\u202F\u2022 A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.