EHS Specialist Job

EHS Specialist

The role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, as well as company standards and policies related to environmental and industrial safety. It also includes coordinating all activities associated with the companys environmental and industrial safety program requirements to support a safe and compliant workplace.

Responsibilities:

Build and promote a strong safety culture throughout the facility

Actively manage EHS programs such as the plant Safety Committee, Behavior Based Safety (BBS), hazard communication, training, incident management, incident investigation and corrective actions, waste management & minimization, safe work permits, etc.

Evaluate and update Task Hazard Analyses (THAs) and PPE Assessments

Lead hazard hunts at the plant in conjunction with Corporate safety group focus

On-floor verification of site procedures and assistance with QEHS Manager with the development, implementation, and maintenance of plant EHS&S policies and procedures in accordance with Arkema requirements

Evaluate contractors for safe work in accordance with plant policies

Participate in audits/inspections (internal or regulatory agency)

With QEHS Manager, interface with regulatory agencies, as needed, on compliance and/or enforcement issues

Assist QEHS Manager in the preparation of Environmental and Safety reports per Arkema, Local, State, and Federal requirements

Coordinate all certifications and evaluations related to EHS including but not limited to industrial hygiene programs, scheduling medical evaluations, etc.

Provide EHS orientation for new employees

Participate in MOC activities as necessary, including new chemical/material review

Manage site PPE distribution and safety equipment

Act as an EHS technical resource for EHS information related to capital project reviews

Communicate with site management team with regard to EHS challenges/activities/performance

Participate in information-sharing meetings with EHS personnel from other plants within the company (e.g., weekly Time Out for Safety; monthly EHS Forum)

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

At least 50% of time expected to be spent on the floor

Frequent interpersonal communication

Participation in management meetings, plant meetings, and training sessions

Heavy use of computer software

Occasional travel required

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Educate, foster, and support organizational commitment to EHS performance including safety culture

Actively identify, communicate, and implement improvement needs and initiatives in EHS

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

At least two-year college degree in occupational safety, environmental sciences, or other related discipline(s) OR at least 2+ years commensurate work experience in chemical/manufacturing industry

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook

Experienced in managing / leading EHS programs

Must have a go-getter attitude and be able to lead change

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Capable of effective conflict resolution

Able to identify, assess, prioritize, and manage risk appropriately

Able to prioritize and manage time effectively