What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Leader position at O-I?
Company Description
Remember the last time you opened a bottle of bourbon, a cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench your thirst? Well, it was probably made by us, we are O-I Glass and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
With 25,000 employees and an unparalleled footprint spanning 72 plants in 20 countries, O-I is a truly global maker of glass packaging. From engineering and manufacturing to brand development, design and innovation, we are dedicated to providing unique solutions to exceed our customers’ expectations and fuel consumers’ desire for glass.
Job Description
In this position, you will have the exciting opportunity to lead the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) function for O-I's newest glass container manufacturing facility enabled by MAGMA technology in Bowling Green, KY. You will be responsible for the development and execution of all elements required to enable our new operating models that deliver safety, quality and cost effectiveness that can also be replicated to future operations. You will develop and execute strategies to foster a culture of safety leadership that engages plant teammates in collectively delivering world-class performance and compliance. The EHS processes will be led in close collaboration with O-I’s broader EHS teams and local resources to ensure all our teammates go home in the same or better condition in which they arrived. In this position you will have the opportunity to work in a cross-functional team in partnership with plant leadership, closely linked with all plant teammates, to support world class safety and performance.
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
What we offer at O-I:
Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is targeted to be between $100,000 - $120,000 USD. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:
O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at hr.recruiters@o-i.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Remember the last time you opened a bottle of bourbon, a cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench your thirst? Well, it was probably made by us, we are O-I Glass and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
With 25,000 employees and an unparalleled footprint spanning 72 plants in 20 countries, O-I is a truly global maker of glass packaging. From engineering and manufacturing to brand development, design and innovation, we are dedicated to providing unique solutions to exceed our customers’ expectations and fuel consumers’ desire for glass.
Job Description
In this position, you will have the exciting opportunity to lead the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) function for O-I's newest glass container manufacturing facility enabled by MAGMA technology in Bowling Green, KY. You will be responsible for the development and execution of all elements required to enable our new operating models that deliver safety, quality and cost effectiveness that can also be replicated to future operations. You will develop and execute strategies to foster a culture of safety leadership that engages plant teammates in collectively delivering world-class performance and compliance. The EHS processes will be led in close collaboration with O-I’s broader EHS teams and local resources to ensure all our teammates go home in the same or better condition in which they arrived. In this position you will have the opportunity to work in a cross-functional team in partnership with plant leadership, closely linked with all plant teammates, to support world class safety and performance.
Responsibilities
- Environmental Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including air quality, water discharge, waste management, and hazardous materials handling.
- Lead sustainability initiatives to minimize the environmental impact of manufacturing processes.
- Prepare and submit required environmental reports and maintain related records.
- Health & Safety Programs:
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs, including hazard assessments, training, and emergency preparedness.
- Oversee safety audits, risk assessments, and root cause analysis of incidents to identify and mitigate hazards.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards, maintaining proper documentation.
- Training & Development:
- Provide EHS training to all employees, contractors, and supervisors to promote awareness and compliance.
- Develop training materials for new hires, ongoing safety updates, and specialized programs (e.g., confined space entry, lockout/tagout, PPE use).
- Incident Investigation & Reporting:
- Lead investigations into workplace incidents, accidents, or near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Track and analyze incident data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- EHS Leadership:
- Partner with site leadership to integrate EHS considerations into all operations and decision-making.
- Serve as a resource and advisor to managers, supervisors, and employees on EHS matters.
- Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, consultants, and auditors during inspections or inquiries.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance EHS performance and culture.
- Monitor industry trends and technologies to improve EHS programs and standards.
- Develop and track key EHS performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success.
- Emergency Response Management:
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures, including fire safety, chemical spills, and natural disasters.
- Coordinate regular emergency drills and ensure readiness of emergency response teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) are a plus
- 10 years of experience in EHS field
- Strong knowledge of OSHA 10.30, EPA, and other relevant regulations preferred
- Experience working with small and large manufacturing industries
- Experience in greenfield, business expansion, innovation and/or fluid business environment
- Understanding the complexity of working in a global matrix environment
- Love glass and care about sustainability and the planet
- Good team player
What we offer at O-I:
Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is targeted to be between $100,000 - $120,000 USD. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:
- 10 paid holidays each year
- Health, Dental, Prescription and Vision care coverage
- Perform Well-Being Program – earn employer contributions in your HSA or HRA plan
- Wellness Incentive – earn additional funds for your HSA or HRA plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
- Weekly Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Saving Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at hr.recruiters@o-i.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
