Job Description
Why Choose Us?
Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.
Medical, dental and vision options
Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman's Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
Broad Based Employee Award Program-value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
Employee Assistance Program and much more!
Our Sustainability Commitment
The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.
How You'll Perform the Role
The QEHS Manager will plan, implement and supervise quality, food safety, employee safety and environmental initiatives and act as an important member of the organization's QA and EHS teams, as well as the packaging plant management team. Considers food safety and consumer safety while preforming work. Participates in GMP and food safety training. Follows GMP policy. Reports all food safety concerns with urgency. The QEHS Manager is the SQF Practitioner for the facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Analyze data and complete environmental reports
Conduct weekly EHS compliance audits, track findings and follow-up actions. Provide feedback to Plant Manager and Regional EHS Manager.
Administer monthly EHS training by working with the Plant Manager and supervisors to schedule employees for training, confirm training occurred and send a delinquency notice (monthly) if training is missed.
Conduct and refresh Job Hazard Analysis
Conduct accident investigations and maintain OSHA log
Review plant documentation for completeness, perform quality control checks as defined
Review certificates of conformance from suppliers
Participate in raw material testing for conformance process
Be knowledgeable in BPC food safety programs, SQF, HACCP and GMP.
Train plant management and floor employees in food safety program
Ensure environmental testing is performed on time, confirm results are within specification
Participate and be the plant spokesperson during customer audits and third party audits of the food safety program
Perform mock recalls to plan
What We Need From You
Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Additional education is preferred.
5+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
Capable of working independently with a high level of integrity and commitment to a zero defect environment
Capable of communicating with all levels of internal and external customers.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office programs.
Knowledge of EHS Regulations
Experience with quality systems such as ISO, TQM, or Six Sigma.
Experience using Continuous Improvement and Lean concepts.
Experience with regulatory systems, GMP, HACCP food safety environment is a plus.
Knowledge and ability to establish internal audit system and ensure external audit compliance.
Demonstrated problem solving, root cause analysis and corrective action skills.
Ability to work on multiple projects and work as needed to meet timelines and achieve goals.
What You'll Get From Us
Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
Community Engagement
At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
Training and Development
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
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Novolex™ an Equal Opportunity Employer.
