HSE Program Manager, Production Systems (PEPs)

Lead HSE excellence in a high-impact manufacturing role

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role owns the development and execution of a proactive Health, Safety, and Environmental program that aligns with Pactiv Evergreen’s (PTVE) standards and meets all local, state, and federal requirements.

Your mission

• Champion the HSE Pillar of the Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPs) to embed safety into daily operations.
• Drive and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and programs that prevent injuries and reduce risk.
• Implement PTVE Environmental, Health & Safety Management Technical Standards across the facility.

Key responsibilities

• Own the plant safety portion of internal and external regulatory audits; track and close findings.
• Keep OSHA- and EPA-required written programs up to date; develop and deliver training.
• Lead reporting and investigations for incidents, near-misses, and health/safety concerns.
• Conduct water sampling and outfall inspections to ensure environmental compliance.
• Provide tactical leadership: identify gaps, design solutions, and implement lasting improvements.
• Promote and reinforce a Zero Harm culture through communication and coaching.
• Develop and deploy best-practice policies and programs within the PTVE system.
• Establish strong communication and governance with plant leadership—reporting, assessments, training, and guidance.
• Partner with Corporate EHS; set priorities and give technical direction to engineering teams and contractors on EHS projects.
• Align the site to corporate, business unit, and local EHS performance objectives.
• Use data trends to pinpoint the next opportunities for performance gains.
• Apply innovative methods—employee engagement, behavior-based safety, and risk assessments—to implement, manage, and sustain HSE programs in a manufacturing environment.

Success looks like

• Fewer injuries, stronger compliance posture, and visible risk reduction.
• Consistent execution of standards and programs that withstand audits and time.
• Engaged teams aligned to measurable EHS goals across the enterprise.