EHS Specialist Job

Arkema•Worthington, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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 company’s environmental and industrial safety program requirements to support a safe and compliant workplace.

Requirements

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

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)