TekniPlex

Safety Manager

TekniPlex • $110K — $118K *
Wenatchee, WA 98801In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum ten years of experience in health and safety leadership in manufacturing.
  • Strong decision-making skills in fast-paced environments.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of OSHA and environmental compliance regulations.
  • Proficient in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Skilled in risk assessment and safety training program development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain safety programs compliant with regulations.
  • Partner with leadership to align safety strategies with business goals.
  • Promote a positive safety culture and employee engagement.
  • Conduct risk assessments to mitigate workplace hazards.
  • Oversee incident investigations and corrective actions.
  • Monitor safety metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Lead emergency preparedness planning and coordination.

Benefits

  • Health, Vision, and Dental insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Life/AD&D/Short Term Disability insurance.
  • Holiday pay and paid time off (PTO).
  • 401k with a strong company match and additional contributions.
  • Training and development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Safety Manager

What will you do in this role?
  • Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive environmental, health, and safety programs that comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Partner with plant leadership to establish and execute safety strategies aligned with organizational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead efforts to foster a positive safety culture by promoting employee engagement, accountability, and ownership of safety practices.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to reduce workplace hazards and prevent injuries and illnesses.
  • Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
  • Monitor and analyze safety metrics and key performance indicators to identify trends and recommend improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements, including preparing and submitting required reports.
  • Develop, deliver, and evaluate safety training programs to ensure effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and assessments to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including coordination of drills and training activities.
  • Administer safety recognition and engagement programs designed to positively influence employee behaviors and safety performance.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers regarding safety leadership, accountability, and best practices.
  • Coordinate workers' compensation claims management and collaborate with Human Resources and third-party administrators to support effective case management and return-to-work programs.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for all environmental, health, and safety matters and act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
  • Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing risk and enhancing operational performance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

What skills do you need?
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in environmental, health, and safety leadership within a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to make complex decisions and drive execution in fast-paced manufacturing operations.
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and optimizing performance across diverse work groups.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
  • Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
  • Experience performing risk assessments and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
  • Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
  • Experience conducting EHS audits and compliance assessments.
  • Demonstrated success influencing leaders and employees at all levels of the organization to drive cultural change and improve safety performance.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to diverse audiences.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented approach.

We offer:
  • Competitive Compensation-$110k-$118k
  • Great benefits: Health/Vision/Dental insurance, EAP, Life/AD&D/STD insurance, Holiday pay and PTO, 401k with great Company match plus extra contributions to help grow retirement!
  • Training, growth and development opportunities.

About TekniPlex

Tekni-Plex is a global packaging and materials science company that develops and manufactures innovative packaging solutions for a variety of industries, including healthcare, food and beverage, and personal care. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. Tekni-Plex has more than 7000 employees and operates manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company's products include medical tubing, pharmaceutical blister films, food packaging, and more. Tekni-Plex is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about TekniPlex
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Founded
1967
* Ladders Estimates

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