Plant EHS Manager

Viskase Loudon, near Knoxville, TN, is currently undergoing a major expansion of production facilities and EHS programs to accommodate new business volume and needs! The Loudon facility is a dynamic artificial casing manufacturing site, with lots of production opportunities and environmental and safety improvements providing a great opportunity to make a significant impact quickly!  We are a 24/7/365 plant and operations are non-stop.

We are searching for an EHS Manager to lead Environmental, Health and Safety at our manufacturing facility in Loudon, TN.  You will be responsible for for providing technical health and safety support to employees at the Loudon facility.  Responsible for industrial hygiene, safety, and emergency response programs in Loudon.  Responsible for reviewing, developing, and implementing health and safety standards and programs (hazard communications, hearing conservation, respiratory/medical programs and related training, etc.), conducting health and safety audits, and advising management and employees on regulatory requirements concerning the same for the location.   

Key Responsibilities

• Manages, develops, implements, and enforces Corporate and plant safety programs and ensures compliance with local safety laws and regulations for the Loudon plant.  Coordinates and leads safety training meetings for all respective employees.
• Responsible for certifying new and modified manufacturing equipment.  Overall responsibility for environmental compliance, reporting, training, and crisis management.
• Administers and manages Workers Compensation programs and works with the Workers Compensation vendor on open claims.
• Manages and leads the processes and requirements within the Viskase Operating System.
• Maintains OSHA logs and first aid reports for all locations.
• Assesses current loss prevention and control efforts, in the area of health and safety, and makes recommendations to management for improvement.
• Conducts plant tours to identify potential workplace safety/housekeeping hazards.  Inspects construction projects and takes action to ensure employee safety as necessary.
• Drives accident prevention activities to include inspections, observations, and incident investigations.
• Manages hearing conservation program.  Performs plant audiometric testing, noise monitoring, and training.
• Ensures that new and modified manufacturing equipment complies with industrial hygiene/safety standards.
• Advisory capacity to local management and manages OSHA inspections and correspondence.
• Performs all environmental reporting, establishes and maintains compliance of all environmental policies.
• Develops and executes all regulatory required training in line with state and federal guidelines.
• Fosters a behavior based safety culture throughout the facility.

Education and Experience Required

• University Degree or equivalent education/experience in safety, industrial hygiene, engineering, or other appropriate technical discipline and 5-7 years of safety management experience (manufacturing environment preferred), required. 
• Also desirable are 3-5 years facilitation experience in problem solving, communication, quality improvement and other typical facilitation experience. The incumbent should also possess certifications from recognized training and development organizations to deliver their programs.
• Ability to speak and communicate in English.  Excellent communication skills required.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial hygiene, safety, environmental, and emergency response programs.

At Viskase, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and future. Eligible employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance & Dependent Life Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Supplemental Insurance Plans that include Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, Legal Shield, and Pet Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous PTO
• Employee Perks & Discounts

Join a company that invests in your success - today and tomorrow.

Thank you for your interest and consideration in a career with Viskase!

www.viskase.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

About Us

Why Viskase?

Viskase Companies is a global leader in food packaging with more than a century of innovation. We produce approximately 30% of the world’s hot dog casings and operate nine manufacturing facilities and sales offices worldwide, including locations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, Italy, Brazil, Poland, and the Philippines.

At Viskase, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement—an environment where your work has a direct and meaningful impact every day.