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EHS Manager

Amcor · Alsip, IL · Full time

Posted Aug 18, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about an incident investigation you led and what changed afterward.

What they are checking: Whether their investigations find root causes and lead to real fixes, not just retraining.

Tell me about a time you prepared for or hosted a regulatory inspection.

What they are checking: Whether they stay organized and honest with regulators under scrutiny.

Tell me about a time you changed a safety culture that was resistant.

What they are checking: Whether they can win trust from workers who see safety as paperwork.

What would you do

Walk me through how you would assess a plant's EHS programs in your first 90 days.

What they are checking: Whether they can find the biggest risks quickly and build credibility before changing things.

How do you get supervisors to own safety instead of leaving it to EHS?

What they are checking: Whether they build safety into operations through leaders rather than policing alone.

Production wants to start a new line before a guarding issue is fixed. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can hold firm on a serious hazard and offer workable alternatives.

How would you train hourly employees across shifts so the training actually sticks?

What they are checking: Whether they can reach every shift with practical training, not just sign-in sheets.

About the work

Which OSHA standards matter most in a plastics film and packaging plant?

What they are checking: Whether they know high-risk areas like machine guarding, LOTO, forklifts and confined spaces.

What environmental permits and reporting would you expect at a manufacturing site like Chippewa Falls?

What they are checking: Whether they understand air, stormwater and waste obligations and the deadlines that come with them.

How do you use leading indicators like near misses and observations?

What they are checking: Whether they manage safety proactively instead of only tracking injuries.

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The full job description

As published by Amcor.

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. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube Job Description PURPOSE To direct activities relating to all regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.) security workers compensation and property/casualty insurance matters. RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop, implement and manage safety programs, policies and procedures. • Conduct audits to identify hazardous conditions/actions within the plant and recommend corrective measures. • Oversee Safety concerns reported by employees to ensure completion. • Create/review JSA’s/SOPs and work instructions related to safety • Lead investigation all incidents and property losses and create associate reports • Organize and oversee all required safety training, i.e. fork truck, lockout/tag-out, new hire, etc. • Provide safety orientation to new employees. • Conduct management of change on new equipment. • Provide Supervisors/Production shift leads with safety training information for weekly and monthly safety meetings. • Track training to ensure compliance with Corporate Regulatory Task Schedule. • Identify trends by analyzing injury/illness data and recommend corrective actions. • Manage online reporting database for all EHS incidents. • Behavior based safety program and corrective and preventative actions. • Assist inspection personnel from insurance carriers, OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc. • Oversee all federal, state and local governmental permits and ensure compliance. • Assist in purchasing appropriate personal protective equipment. • Prepare weekly/monthly incident summary reports. • Maintain of OSHA 300/301 logs. File and maintain SDS sheets. • Recommend and budget for safety capital expenditure items. • Perform any other duties established by the Plant Manager. • Responsible for adhering to and executing the applicable Environmental Health & Safety programs in order to provide a safe and clean workplace for all employees according to Amcor, local, state, and federal requirement-regulations. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EXPERIENCE • 3-5 Years Safety Experience in an Industrial setting • BS Degree in Industrial Safety Management preferred. • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. • Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other government regulations. • Certified in ISO 9001:2015 required • SQF certified, a plus. • Three to five years’ experience in Quality Management, Engineering Management, Production Management and/or Project Management in a 250+ employee manufacturing environment. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English. SAFETY Adheres to safety policies and procedures in compliance with Amcor’s guidelines. Visually inspects production area for tripping hazards, equipment safeguards, employee’s safety, adherence to policies and maintains a clean work environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 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. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster . If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. 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)

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