Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager

Position Title

Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager

$134,240 - $183,200

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short-term and long-term incentive plans.

Salaried Full-Time

238 Mays Bridge Road SW,
Rome, GA 30165

• Lead and continuously improve site HSE systems by engaging employees and business partners;
• Reduce exposures through actively identifying hazards/high risk and work with employees/business partners to implement effective controls;
• Provide strong, visible leadership in the mill by partnering with operations and maintenance teams to drive and sustain the desired IP Safety Excellence culture;
• Responsible for leading systems, processes and procedures that promote a positive safety culture, which results in an injury-free and healthy workplace.
• Develop, implement and sustain HSE programs, policies, procedures and training aligned with IP standards and all applicable local, state and federal regulations, including regulatory permitting and reporting.
• Ensure applicable HSE requirements are met for new equipment, chemicals, process changes, facility modifications and contractor work scopes to ensure risks are identified and mitigated prior to execution.
• Provide resources to conduct incident investigations/Event Learnings and develop corrective actions to drive improvements with facility HSE performance and reliability.
• Conduct field observations, job audits, field verification of critical controls and routine safety inspections to ensure proper hazard controls are in place and that approved plans, permits and procedures are followed. Track corrective actions through a formal process.
• Track, analyze and report HSE performance trends, utilizing data to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop the HSE team—ensure professional development opportunities are provided.

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or environmental sciences/management or related degree.
• Experience with regulatory & electronic reporting systems (e.g., Title V & PSD, MACT) is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a broad range of manufacturing environments and forest products industry preferred.
• Track record of success in working in a team environment.
• Capable of managing multiple concurrent tasks.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills in common applications, i.e., Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills; presentation and training delivery skills.
• Expert knowledge of regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field required
• 10 or more years Engineering experience, preferably in a Manufacturing environment.
• Qualified candidates have strong leadership skills focused on accountability and results, and have strong organization and planning skills.
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Influencing Others, Motivating Others, Building Effective Teams, Directing Others, Interpersonal Savvy, Action Oriented, Planning, Organizing, Collaboration, Drive for Results, Command Skills, and Managing Vision and Purpose

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

Leadership training, promotional opportunities.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasona or .