EHS Specialist

DUREZ CORP•City of Niagara Falls, NY

1d•$65,000 - $76,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sumitomo Bakelite High Performance Plastics (SBHPP) is a pioneer in high performance plastics and the #1 world leader in phenolic chemistry. The SBHPP global organization is committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations in material performance, customer service, technical expertise, and product quality. Our companies include Durez Corporation, Durez Canada Company LTD, Promerus, LLC, Sumitomo Bakelite N.A., and Sumitomo Plastics America, Inc. Look to us first to see what’s next! Our world class product portfolio includes Resins, Thermoset Molding Compounds and Long Fiber Composites. Durez Corporation in Niagara Falls is a recognized leader in high-performance, specialty phenolic resins. Our extensive portfolio of products is engineered to meet the most rigorous requirements across the wide range of markets we serve. Our extensive research, development and pilot production capabilities allow us to engineer custom-designed products to perfectly match our customer’s needs. Durez Niagara Falls is in need of an EHS Specialist. $65,000-76,000 annual dependent on experience. Offering a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K with Company match, and time off package. The EHS Specialist will assist in the development and implementation of the various programs and processes involved in the Environmental area. This will include administration and coordination for environmental programs, emergency response, and health and safety. This accountability will be achieved through working with the EHS Manager. Will promote the effort to meet our goals of drastic reduction of waste generation. Will work to protect or improve air, land, and water resources in order to provide a clean and healthful environment. Will assist with leadership support to influence development of a proactive approach to environmental assuring sound management systems are in place that meet all regulatory requirements and provides a work environment free of unnecessary safety and health risks. Participate with EHS Manager on planning, designing, constructing, modifying or improving and maintaining facilities either by in-house or contractual effort, regulating and enforcing environmental engineering policies, programs or activities

Requirements

24-hour availability and ability to travel if needed
Ability to communicate with all key stakeholders in varying situations
Attention to detail
Ability to deal with highly stressful/emotional situations

Nice To Haves

Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred in Environmental, EHS, Safety or Occupational Health
1 year related experience in environmental, health and safety preferred
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
Experience in Wastewater Treatment preferred

Responsibilities

Assisting with compliance with all environmental regulations and requirements to include the handling of hazardous materials in conjunction with PSM and RMP with EHS Manager oversite
Participate with EHS Manager with state and federal regulatory reports and manage permit modifications to meet business growth and opportunities.
Participate with EHS Manager on planning, designing, constructing, modifying or improving and maintaining facilities either by in-house or contractual effort, regulating and enforcing environmental engineering policies, programs or activities
Participate in environmental training as required
Participate in investigating, measuring, and evaluating environmental conditions
Assist in tracking EHS corrective and preventative actions to completion
Assist with the plant’s environmental programs consisting of waste management, applicable government reporting.
Maintaining an annual compliance calendar.
Assist in preparing for and sit in on audits and evaluations regarding EHS regulatory and system compliance.
Participate in investigation of EHS incidents in the facilities and identify trends that require attention to improve EHS and security.
Participate in the emergency response program by assisting the EHS Manager with resources and training for members to maintain a state of readiness for emergencies in the plant
Works in conjunction with Health and Safety on Process Safety Management activities
Member of all health, environment and safety related investigations and committees at the assigned facilities
Interface with numerous corporate, legal, and local personnel
Extensive and intensive interfacing with State/Provincial and local agencies to maintain excellent working relationships
Maintains contact with local hospitals, fire departments and managed care organizations are required
Maintains a relationship with insurance companies and management system agencies