Regional Field Safety Specialist – Europe

Job Description: About Packsize We are Packsize. A fast-growth multinational technology company committed to eliminating excessive and unfriendly packaging experiences through the adoption of Right-sized Packaging On Demand® systems, software, and services. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Packsize gives businesses worldwide the ability to improve their customer satisfaction and enhance brand value while gaining efficiencies and savings. We accomplish this through our shared passion for a world where every box, envelope, and package shipped is the right size. This right-sized shipment sends a ripple effect through the supply chain by reducing carbon emissions and fuel needs. In pursuit of packaging sustainability, we value the contribution of our combined experiences, backgrounds, and relationships to create a team where Everyone Fits. Become a part of Packsize and help us build Smart Packaging for a Healthy Planet®. About the role Packsize is seeking a Safety Specialist – Field Operations to support our European field teams, with a strong emphasis on Germany and surrounding regions. This home-based, field-focused role requires broad knowledge of regional European health and safety regulations, standards, and protocols across multiple countries. The position involves extensive travel (50–75%) to customer sites to coach Field Service Engineers, support compliance initiatives, conduct field safety assessments, and help drive a proactive safety culture throughout Europe. Working closely with field leadership, customers, and regional stakeholders, this individual will play a key role in standardizing safety expectations while ensuring alignment with country-specific regulatory requirements and customer standards. What You’ll Do Conduct safety visits, audits, and GEMBA walks at customer sites across Europe. Support the development, implementation, and standardization of safety programs in alignment with Packsize’s global safety standards while accounting for regional regulatory requirements. Serve as a subject matter resource for European health and safety regulations, customer requirements, and country-specific compliance expectations. Coach and mentor Field Service Engineers on safe work practices including LOTO, machine safeguarding, working at heights, electrical safety, and material handling. Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed. Develop and maintain task-based risk assessments, RAMS/JHAs, and standardized safe work procedures (SOPs) for field service activities. Serve as the regional point of contact for the VelocityEHS safety management system, ensuring timely reporting of incidents, hazards, inspections, and corrective actions. Partner with German Works Councils and other regional consultation bodies on safety-related topics, initiatives, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with customers and internal leaders to meet site safety expectations and continuously improve operational safety performance. Support contractor management requirements by partnering with internal stakeholders to obtain and maintain required health and safety documentation and customer compliance records. Monitor emerging European safety regulations and industry best practices to help ensure Packsize remains compliant and proactive across the region. What You’ll Need Fluent in English and German (written and verbal). 3+ years of EHS or safety experience supporting field service, manufacturing, or multi-site operations across Europe. Broad understanding of European health and safety regulations and country-specific compliance frameworks, particularly within Germany and surrounding regions. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while supporting multiple countries, cultures, and stakeholders. Strong knowledge of hazard recognition, risk reduction, contractor safety, and incident investigation methodologies. Ability to influence, coach, and build relationships without direct authority. Willingness and ability to travel extensively across Europe (50–75%). What’s Nice to Have Experience in industrial equipment, automation, manufacturing, or field service environments. Knowledge of European regulatory frameworks such as NF C 18-510, DGUV, VCA, CDM, or other regional safety standards. ISO 45001/14001 experience and/or professional safety certifications (NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.). Previous experience working with European Works Councils or similar consultation structures. Experience supporting multinational operations with varying regional compliance requirements. Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. At Packsize, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being. Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.