Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at Avery… · Lowell

companyDescription Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste and mitigate loss, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com. At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are: Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment Paid parental leave 401K eligibility Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate Paid vacation and paid holidays jobDescription Avery Dennison is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist for our graphics manufacturing site in Lowell, Indiana. In this role you will report to the site Plant Manager and serve as the sites primary EHS resource. Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Implementing programs and developing facility specific procedures that ensure compliance with regulatory and Company requirements. Integration of Company and facility level EHS management systems to maintain compliance, environmental protection and a safe operating conditions. Regularly reviewing and reporting the status of regulatory compliance and improvement initiatives. Maintaining OSHA 300 log, form 101, and all other governmental and corporate database records. Coordinating and controlling an effective accident prevention program. Implementing education and training to support regulatory and business requirements. Function as the contractor-plant representative to assure compliance of all process safety management (PSM)-related requirements from contractors. Acting as a resource and support to facility safety teams. Investigating all releases, injuries and near-misses. Coordinating the Job Safety Analysis program and OSHA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance program and maintaining the safety data sheet (SDS) system. Conducting periodic inspections of plant machinery, equipment, and working environment to ensure conformance to appropriate safety and sanitary standards and regulations. Driving continuous improvement and delivering strong results from behavioral based processes. Maintaining the facility's compliance records for permits. Reviewing Federal, State and local regulation changes that impact permits and permit compliance. Collaborating with regulatory agencies, as needed. Identifying and assessing hazardous conditions and practices and developing hazard control practices and programs. qualifications HS Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemical, Environmental Engineering / Science or related field preferred. 2+ years of EHS related experience required. Relevant Internship/co-op experience will be counted towards this. Advanced professional certification in safety e.g. CSP, CIH, etc. preferred. Basic knowledge of regulatory requirements and EHS policies, procedures and programs required. Experience in life safety codes: EHS rules, HAZOP, training, principles of occupational safety and health, and Industrial hygiene. Project/Problem Resolution skills. Critical thinking with the ability to lead a team and good interpersonal communications. Strong coaching, facilitating and training skills. additionalInformation All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Reasonable Accommodations Notice If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534-6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.