EHS Administrative Assistant

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Position Title:

EHS Administrative Assistant

Pay Rate:

$47,300 - $63,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

100 Jensen Road

Prattville, AL

The International Paper - Prattville Mill EHS (Environmental, Health and Safety) Administrator is responsible for providing daily support to the EHS department so that all day-to-day EHS operational requirements are met. EHS operational requirements are based on both International Paper and regulatory requirements in the areas of environmental and safety compliance. This position reports directly to the EHS Manager. 

The Job You Will Perform:

• Collects, complies, and submits regulatory reports to various local, state and federal agencies.
• Performs and maintains recordkeeping for all required documentation per IP record retention policy, IP EHS policies, and regulatory requirements. 
• Develops and maintains EHS SharePoint with all current pertinent EHS program information including but not limited IP Program elements, mill EHS procedures, standard operating policies, relevant training documentation, proficiency reports, EHS scorecards.
• Builds EHS courses into MyLearning system.
• Maintains all EHS inspections in an electronic format. Distributes applicable EHS reports as requested.
• Maintains EHS training matrix and annual EHS training schedules.
• Maintains file of routine safety topics and updates topics as requested. 
• Tracks Safety Work Observation (SWO) participation for staff groups
• Provides administrative support for various safety teams and committees.
• Supports meetings by ordering meals, coordinating meeting locations, and tracking equipment. 
• Tracks vacations and schedules for EHS group 
• Orders and maintains office supplies for the EHS department. 
• Enters purchase requisitions.
• Tracks EHS procedure reviews and updates procedures as requested. 

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent work experience. 
• Must have a minimum of three years’ experience in an administrative career field.
• Must have demonstrated ability to work as a team member focusing on outcomes, results, detail, and cooperating with others.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of personal computer & applicable software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases, and Internet searches.
• Experience building courses in an LMS system preferred.  
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred. 
• Knowledge of all safety program requirements is preferred. 

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training and promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Prattville  AL  36067