EHS Coordinator ​/ Manager

Printpack is seeking a dynamic and experienced EHS Coordinator/Manager to serve as the site's primary Environmental, Health, and Safety resource at our Williamsburg facility. In this role, you will provide leadership, direction, and expertise to plant management and associates, ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing workplace risks, and fostering a proactive culture of safety excellence across all manufacturing operations.

This is an impactful individual contributor role where you'll drive strategic risk reduction, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while supporting a workforce of 100–150 associates.

What You'll DoLead Safety Culture:
Champion a proactive culture of safety, accountability, and engagement across all facility operations

Ensure Regulatory Compliance:
Interpret and implement federal, state, and local EHS laws; maintain compliance with environmental permits and programs (waste, wastewater, air, and other regulatory requirements)
Manage Risk:
Lead comprehensive risk assessments, conduct facility inspections and audits, and implement preventive measures to reduce organizational exposure

Develop & Deliver Training:
Design, deliver, and evaluate EHS training programs on safe work practices and environmental requirements for all personnel

Investigate Incidents:
Conduct thorough root cause analyses of safety and environmental incidents; establish effective prevention methods

Coordinate Emergency Response:
Maintain emergency response protocols and comprehensive incident documentation

Build Relationships:
Develop collaborative working relationships with regulatory agencies, fire departments, wastewater authorities, and internal cross-functional teams

Maintain VPP Status:
Collaborate with plant and divisional teams to maintain and advance Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) status

Drive Continuous Improvement:
Develop tools for measuring and reporting the effectiveness of safety and environmental initiatives

Manage Contractor Safety:
Establish and oversee contractor safety requirements, permitting processes, and compliance activities

Support Case Management:
Partner with HR and Operations on injury case management and return-to-work activities

Report & Communicate:
Generate analytical reports, track trends, and communicate EHS performance metrics to all levels of the organization

Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field — OR equivalent experience

Manufacturing or operations environment experience preferred OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulatory knowledge required

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification preferred

Key Skills & Competencies Strong safety leadership with the ability to influence and engage diverse teams

Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations

Proven experience in risk assessment, hazard analysis, and incident investigation (root cause analysis)
Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and training skills

Proficiency in data analysis, trend identification, and compliance reporting

Experience with EHS management systems (ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001) and VPP programs

Strong understanding of industrial hygiene principles

Crisis management and emergency response coordination experience

Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, management, and external regulatory agencies

Learning agility — ability to quickly adapt to new regulatory changes and industry best practices

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements Split time between office environment and manufacturing floor

Typical Monday–Friday schedule; must be available for emergency response outside normal business hours

Exposure to manufacturing environment including industrial equipment, varying temperatures, noise above 85db, solvents, inks, and fumes

Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, work on elevated platforms, and wear required PPEOccasional lifting up to 25 pounds

Occasional travel to support locations, regulatory meetings, and training sessions

Requirements

Must be 18+ years oldMust pass…