Chemical Dispensary Coordinator

Kimberly Clark•Neenah, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position manages chemical dispensary operations aligned with the site's chemical management system at the Neenah and Roswell sites, ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, DOT). Responsibilities include managing the chemical management system from procurement to disposal, providing technical expertise in OSHA, DOT, and EPA compliance, chemical EHS reviews, and chemical emergency preparedness/response. The role performs daily tasks associated with the operation of the chemical dispensary. Key duties involve ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation regulations for shipping and receiving chemicals, RCRA regulations for chemical waste disposal and classification, the site Hazard Communication program (SDS management, labeling, inventorying, database), the site Chemical Hygiene Plan, and EHS standards. The incumbent will also ensure cost-effective solutions for chemical management from procurement to disposal.

Requirements

Knowledge and ability typically associated with a bachelor's degree or a recognized safety certificate and/or certification with commensurate work experience of at least 1-3 years working with chemical management regulations.
Working knowledge of relevant chemical related laws (OSHA, DOT, EPA).
DOT Certification strongly desired.
Will be signing off on waste manifests.
Team player and able to build and maintain collaborative relationships both internally and externally.
Flexible to change and open to constructive feedback.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Preference for 2-5 years of experience.
DOT Certification strongly desired, prefer not to have to train someone on this.

Responsibilities

Manage the chemical dispensary and the chemical management system for the Neenah and Roswell sites.
Administer the Site Chemical Hygiene Program and Hazard Communication Program to assist site leadership in achieving continuous improvement in chemical safety and continuing compliance with regulations and Standards.
Provide expert consultation to employees in support of regulatory issues (OSHA, DOT and EPA RCRA), operating guidelines and site procedures.
Review chemical orders for the purpose of anticipating hazards, hazard communication, assessing potential exposures, and recommending exposure controls.
Ensure that matters within the incumbent's area of expertise that could adversely impact the business of the Corporation are communicated in a timely manner.
Partner with Procurement to ensure cost effective solutions are in place for chemical and gas cylinder procurement and regulated waste disposal.
Maintain knowledge and required certifications in field of expertise and remain current on relevant industry standards.
Contribute to an environment where all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.
Manage the chemical management system for the Neenah and Roswell sites from Procurement to Disposal.
Provide technical expertise in the areas of OSHA, DOT and EPA compliance, chemical EHS reviews, and chemical emergency preparedness/response.
Perform the daily tasks associated with operation of the chemical dispensary operations.
Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation regulations related to the shipping and receiving of chemicals.
Ensure compliance with RCRA regulations related to the proper disposal and classification of chemical waste.
Ensure compliance with the site Hazard Communication program (e.g. SDS management, chemical labeling, chemical inventorying, chemical database).
Ensure compliance with the site Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Ensure compliance with EHS standards.
Ensure cost effective solutions for chemical management from Procurement to Disposal.
Take the chemicals EPA from cradle to grave.