Health and Safety Specialist

AdvanSix • Hopewell, VA

2d • $95,000 - $142,600

About The Position

The Health & Safety Specialist provides site level support for driving safety excellence. This position focuses on the implementation of effective management systems that assure regulatory compliance, management of HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) programs, achievement of performance excellence at the operating level, and supporting a mature HSE culture via the systematic processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field OR minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in occupational safety, health, or process safety, preferably within chemical manufacturing or construction environments
• Understanding of occupational health and safety standards, including applicable NFPA and OSHA regulations
• Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

• Emergency response training, EMT certification, or prior experience in industrial or site security is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to HSE excellence and a passion for occupational safety
• Lead by example and engage and inspire employees daily to want to work safely and look out for their co-workers' well-being
• Develop and support the implementation of HSE programs and practices consistent with the regulatory and corporate requirements
• Provide expert technical support across the organization
• Assist in establishing vision, goals, objectives, and targets for HSE performance; assist in developing quality metrics to drive performance improvement
• Provide expert hands-on technical involvement on issues, programs, and processes involving compliance with HSE standards and policies
• Provide assistance to maintain and improve site HSE Management System in accordance with Responsible Care 14001 standards
• Provide expert technical support for Industrial Hygiene Programs including Personnel & Area Sampling, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) selection and compliance, Hazard Communication Program, Chemical Approvals, and Training
• Participate in HSE activities and teams to improve and drive the HSE maturity level via Continuous Improvement
• Support the HSE programs by engaging and spending in the time operating areas daily
• Manage the site loss prevention programs
• Participate in the development, implementation, and verification of the site’s compliance training programs
• Assist and support the operating areas on a 24/7 basis as needed. (i.e. plant turn a rounds)

Benefits

• We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being
• Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match.
• Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level