Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

• $26-28/hour*

• Medical, dental and vision options

• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman’s Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program—value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

*The range provided is based on cost of living/geography and what we believe is reasonable in the market at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase, as well as long term compensation. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

The EHS Specialist is responsible for the support of implementing and maintaining the company’s environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations (OSHA, EPA, MassDEP, etc.). This individual will work closely with leadership to develop safety strategies, conduct training, coordinate audits, and cultivate a proactive safety culture within a plastics manufacturing environment.

This role offers growth potential toward positions across the broader company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging safety training to employees, especially Spanish-speaking team members, with a focus on hazard prevention, risk reduction, and regulatory compliance.
• Translate and communicate safety procedures, labels, and documentation in both English and Spanish to ensure full workforce understanding.
• Investigate work-related injuries and illnesses, conduct root cause analyses, and support implement corrective actions.
• Maintain required documentation and submit OSHA, EPA, State of Massachusetts and or MassDEP reports.
• Track and report key safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near-miss frequency, leading indicators).
• Coordinate internal audits and identify job hazards and employee exposure risks.
• Support and maintain state Drug-Free Workplace certification and provide related employee training.
• Lead or co-lead the facility’s Safety Committee to boost engagement and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to sustainability efforts, waste minimization, and basic environmental compliance (e.g., stormwater, air emissions, spill prevention).
• Assist with corporate EHS initiatives and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Spanish-English bilingual (written and verbal) is strongly preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months.
• Familiarity with BRC, ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 standards a plus.
• Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with EHS software (e.g., Intelex, ISN, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.