ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
Grow boldly with Pretium and Help Build a Safer, Smarter Manufacturing Environment!Are you enthusiastic about workplace safety and environmental responsibility? Do you enjoy working closely with operations teams to identify risks, improve processes, and create a culture where safety comes first? Join
Pretium Packaging at our facility in
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania as an
on-site Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager.Job Overview: We are seeking a
hands-on Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to support safety, compliance, and environmental programs within a dynamic manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be a partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure safe work practices, reduce risk, and strengthen safety culture across the facility.
This is a position where you can
lead safety initiatives, influence culture, and make a real impact.
What You'll Do:Safety & Regulatory Compliance:- Support and maintain the Pretium Packaging EHS program in compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across manufacturing operations
- Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses to determine root cause and implement corrective actions
- Maintain OSHA logs, safety documentation, and compliance records
- Report current/potential issues to the plant leadership and provide potential solutions
Environmental Programs:- Support environmental programs including waste management, emissions, stormwater, and chemical handling
- Monitor hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling and storage
- Assist with environmental inspections and regulatory reporting
Safety Training & Culture:- Deliver safety training including:
- Lockout/Tagout
- PPE and hazard communication
- Machine guarding
- Ergonomics and emergency response
- Engage employees in safety initiatives, committees, and continuous improvement efforts
Risk Reduction & Continuous Improvement:- Partner with operations to identify hazards associated with:
- Plastics processing equipment
- Robotics and automation
- Compressed air systems
- Material handling and resins
- Support implementation of engineering and administrative safety controls
- Track safety metrics and support improvement initiatives
Emergency Preparedness:- Assist with emergency response planning including:
- Fire safety
- Evacuation procedures
- Spill response
- Medical emergency coordination
- Support drills and emergency response teams
You will Be a Good Fit If You Have:Education & Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
- 2+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing
- Experience in plastics, injection molding, blow molding, or industrial manufacturing is strongly preferred
- OSHA 30 Certification preferred
Certifications (Preferred):- CHST, ASP, or other professional safety certification
- First Aid / CPR / AED
Key Skills:- Bilingual - the ability to speak Spanish is preferred
- Strong knowledge of OSHA and environmental compliance
- Experience investigating incidents and performing root cause analysis
- Ability to influence employees and leadership to drive safe work practices
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Why This Role Matters:In this role, you will help build and strengthen a
proactive safety culture where employees feel empowered to identify risks and continuously improve the workplace. Your work will directly support:
- Safer operations
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental responsibility
- Continuous improvement across manufacturing processes
