Regional EHS Manager

Posted:
1/5/2026, 8:20:22 AM

Location(s):
Chicago, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Product

Job Purpose:

Our Regional Safety and Security Manager will provide EHS leadership and technical expertise to Veritiv/OPS divisions in the region to ensure the protection and safety of Veritiv/OPS co-workers and the environment.

Job Responsibilities:

● Deliver oversight and guidance to the region on all matters related to safety and security. Requires in-depth knowledge of local safety regulations as they apply to manufacturing and warehouse settings.
● Partner with Regional Business Leaders to identify, prioritize and manage safety and security risks.
● Utilize experience and safety technical expertise to assist co-workers at all organizational levels with ad hoc problem-solving and issue resolution.
● Engage in open and honest dialogue with co-workers at all organizational levels to encourage a positive safety culture and establish a proactive approach of bring forward issues, concerns and suggestions.
● Conduct safely audits and inspections to monitor safety performance and compliance with standards. Prepare and maintain necessary documentation and reports.
● Provide and/or coordinates safety training.
● Ensure regulatory reports are completed and submitted in an accurate and timely fashion.
● Oversee incident investigations and partners with cross-functional team members to manage post-incident process.
● Collaborate with functional safety team to develop and continuously improve company safety policies, procedures and training programs.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

● This position pays between $120,000 to $130,000.

● Fluent in both English and Spanish preferred.

Work Experience:

● 2+ years working in a warehouse environment. Distribution warehousing experience preferred.

● Professional safety, environmental, and DOT management experience. General knowledge of applicable safety, environmental. and DOT governmental regulations, specifically OSHA, EPA, and DOT and their applications if required.

Education:

● Bachelor's Degree Preferred

What We Offer

  • Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
  • Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
  • Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.