At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
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MISSION / SUMMARY:
The Safety Supervisor is a key member of the Waco safety team and provides leadership and guidance regarding the application of occupational health & safety practices. This role performs a variety of technical and administrative work in planning, organizing, directing and implementing safety initiatives and procedures to establish safety culture and continually improve mill safety performance.
The Safety Supervisor provides technical expertise and support for safety programs including regulatory knowledge and interpretation, risk management methods, and best practices to all areas. This role is responsible for ensuring advancement of the Waco safety program.
Key Responsibilities and Job Functions: Primary job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide expert guidance and counseling on safety related issues for day-to-day mill activities by participating in safety meetings, audits, training and engaging employees Assists the Safety Manager as needed when specific regulatory issues need investigation Maintain entries into Riskonnect computer system for incidents, hazard mitigations, audits Manage workers’ compensation program Manage SafeTK computer-based program for Lockout Tagout, Confined Space, Hot Work Maintain, organize, and report safety KPIs including leading and lagging indicators for measurement of mill safety performance Assists in the annual and periodic review and editing of all mill safety policies and procedures Attend and present safety information at staff meetings, contractor safety meetings, etc. Investigates accidents, develops corrective and preventive actions, promotes health and safety-conscious work performance. Develop and implement corrective actions, maintain certifications as required to support safety programs and training system Develop training and conduct safety and health training courses including site specific training Manage the contractor safety program, conduct contractor safety training, and audit contractor safety processes Participates in developing plans and delivering results in a fast-changing business and regulatory environment by participating in Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Division Health and Safety initiatives to drive process improvements. Participates in audits, hazard identification, and risk reduction across the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Actively participates in machine outages to oversee the health and safety aspects of the process Assists the Paperboard Manufacturing Facility Division with health and safety efforts during construction (requires additional travel through 2025) Other duties as assigned
Background:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in health and safety or related field Minimum 6+ years health and safety experience Possesses broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Paper manufacturing experience preferred.
Required Skills:
Extensive knowledge with Microsoft programs (excel, word, PowerPoint) Familiarity with HSE data management system (i.e., Gensuite, Intelex, VelocityEHS, Enablon, ProcessMap, EHS Insight, Riskonnect)
SCHEDULE DEMANDS:
General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so. Weekend and evening on call responsibilities based on rotation. Up to 25% travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8+hours. Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs. Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Applies knowledge of technical concepts to manage projects and solve complex issues Influences without authority and can engage peers and others to get results Participates in building effective teams, has situational adaptability, self develops, drives engagement, optimizes work processes, ensures accountability, collaborates, and is resourceful
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Allocates resources to align with business objectives Works on issues where analysis of situations or data is required Requires understanding of concepts and principles in own discipline and knowledge of other disciplines. Solves problems leveraging resources within or outside the organization. Participates in establishing operating policies and procedures that affect departments and subordinate sections and work units. Interprets company-wide policies and procedures. Interacts frequently with internal leadership concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and/or contractual clarifications.
Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.