Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet.  More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

Overview

Responsible for all overall coordination and implementation of environmental, health, safety and sustainability programs to assure compliance with regulatory agency guidelines and site policies.  Leads all safety improvements process activities for the facility in support of the Berry Global safety mission, policy and values.  Provides professional knowledge and expertise in the administration and support of environmental health and safety programs.

Responsibilities 

• Plan the safety program in accordance with Federal OSHA (29 CFR 1900-1910 and 29 CFR 1926) and implement applicable provisions for regulatory guidelines for Tolleson. Conduct and/or monitor training programs for 29 CFR 1910, Subparts E,G,H,I,J,L,N,O,Q,S and Z.  Comply with regulations and provisions pertaining to accident investigation, analysis and reporting.  Investigate accidents in accordance with regulatory guidelines, determining cause and effect, suggest recommendations for corrective action to prevent recurrence.  Report any accident of serious nature as defined by and in accordance with 29 CFR 1904.  Maintain liaison with Federal, State and Local governmental agencies.  Coordinate and monitor implementation of all applicable OSHA standards.  Conduct inspections to determine non-compliance with applicable OSHA standards and initiate reports for corrective actions as required.  Maintain an adequate follow up program for the purpose of:   (a) identifying unusual and uncommon hazards which are beyond the ability of supervisors to identify; (b) provide inspection data that will allow assessment of the performance of supervisors in their assigned task of identifying and correcting hazards normally associated with their operations; (c) prepare written reports to managers and supervisors responsible for the operations and follow up to insure compliance.  Evaluate progress on corrective measures.
• Direct and administer special safety operations. Conduct work-site hazard analysis of operations and processes generated from requests of supervisors, accident cause studies, hazardous conditions discovered by preventative inspections and seasonal or unusual operations.  Detect hazards involving procedures, equipment and machinery.  Make recommendations and coordinate follow up with all levels of management to eliminate or effectively control the identified hazard. Conduct safety review of all plans and specifications of building construction, modification and lay out of operating facilities.  Update safety standard operating procedures applicable to specific jobs.  Provide the necessary safety leadership to maintain a climate of continuous safety improvement.  Direct and administer the Safety Team.  Train management and supervisors in the best practices of safety management.  Purchase health and safety equipment that meet regulatory and safety standards.
• Direct and administer the Workers Compensation Program. Responsible for data management, maintenance of occupational health records, workers’ compensation records, preparation of correspondence and various safety inspection records. Conduct investigations of work-related injuries and illnesses to identify corrective actions to prevent recurrences.  Determine whether the injury or illness is compensable through the workers’ compensation program.  Determine whether the injury or illness is “recordable” according to OSHA regulations.  Direct and administer the return-to-work program for employees injured on the job. 
• Direct and administer the Ergonomic Program
• Direct and administer the Environmental Protection Program in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
• Conduct monthly safety training.

 Competency Requirements:

• Safety Leadership – Embodies commitment for a safe workplace; acts as a role model on safety leadership, activities and communication
• Accountability –holds self-accountable evidenced by say/do ratio, initiative and ownership actions (such as ensuring safety is more important than productivity)
• Communication – ability to communicate safety, goals and company expectations with appropriate levels of the organization; create clear, timely audience appropriate messages (both written and verbal).
• Engagement – communicate and support the vision of plant leadership; celebrate the wins, and ensure employees actively participate in safety-related activities.
• Team Development – understand the development needs of employees in your organization; drive the culture of employees as safety leaders; champion talent development from pre-hire to continuous learning.
• People Agility –Understand personal strengths and weaknesses; leads by example; promotes change through listening skills and seeking frequent input from employees; is genuine and approachable; firm but fair – consistent.
• Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; mitigates relationship conflicts and encourages constructive (problem-solving) conflict.

 Requirements

• BS Degree in Occupational Safety or related field preferred or 5-10 years experience.
• Experience in industrial environment preferred. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, EPA, and other government regulations.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred. Desired, CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) or other comparable certification or ability to obtain.

Interested parties, please submit salary expectations. 

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)