Sr. EHS Specialist

Endo•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

SUMMARY OF POSITION: An integral member of the site EHS Department, whose primary responsibilities are to ensure a safe and healthy working environment through training, awareness, and compliance with various environmental, health, safety and security (EHSS) corporate policies, federal regulations, and other generally recognized standards and guidelines. You must possess the proper skills in order to identify hazardous workplace conditions, remove hazards and/or protect employees through development and implementation of Job Safety Analyses (JSA’s) and risk assessments, in an effort to continually improve the organization’s safety culture. The Sr. EHS Specialist will also assist the Environmental Engineer in the areas of air and water quality type activities as they relate to site activities and operating permits limits. You will be tasked with taking a lead role in revising and improving the site’s EHS procedures and management systems.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Occupational, Safety, and Health Engineering or related safety/technical field.
Minimum 5 – 10 years of experience as a EHS professional required.
Previous EHS experience in a pharmaceutical, chemical, or manufacturing environment working with hazardous materials preferred.
Experience in industrial hygiene monitoring activities, data interpretation and report writing.
Experience with internal and external audits and inspections for regulatory compliance.
Experience in developing and delivering personnel training
Must be able to walk, climb, and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) to include full body suit and respiratory equipment.
Working knowledge of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part 1910 and Part 1926
Working knowledge of various North Carolina Division of Environmental Quality regulations as they relate to Air Quality, Water Resources, and Waste Management.
Working knowledge of various NFPA, ASME, and similar industry standards/guidelines.
Skill in evaluating, planning (including strategic planning), organizing and reviewing regulations to determine compliance with various federal regulatory requirements and corporate EHS policies.
Ability to prepare and communicate technical data for use by a variety of different audiences, such as the Site Leadership, supervisors, senior engineers/scientists, technical expert, and operators.
Ability to use safety management and engineering practices for the continuous improvement of Plants TRR and workers compensation rates.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and technical writing skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities.
Detail-oriented with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
Decision making, problem solving and analytical skills.
Conflict management skills.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required..
Knowledge of FDA’s Good Management Practices (cGMP)
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, from operations to senior management, both oral and written format.
Action Oriented, Drive for Results, Problem Solving, Timely Decision Making, Written Communications, Process Management, Time Management, Organizing

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree and/or professional certification (CSP, CHMM, CIH, PE) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensures a safe and quality working environment through training, awareness, and compliance with safety SOP’s, corporate standards and OSHA regulations
Assist with various EHSS inspections / audits including but not limited to state or federal agencies or required periodic 3rd party audits.
Leads efforts as a team member in analyzing and continually improving the site’s Safety Culture.
Develops and mentors others in developing Job Safety analyses (JSA’s) and risk assessments.
Monitors and takes effective steps to ensure that workplace conditions comply with applicable federal and state occupational safety and health standards.
Ensures that all required records are prepared and maintained.
Investigates and prepares required reports on injuries and incidents.
Conducts safe work procedures and other safety training courses.
Provides input on equipment installation, start-up operation, and trouble shooting.
Ensures accountability, transparency, and effective communication cross-functionally and within the safety team and the EHS Department while guaranteeing information is timely, clear and accurate.
Develop and apply a strong technical knowledge of Albemarle’s Policies and Procedures covering Health, Safety and Environment.
Other functions may include Regulatory Reporting, Employee training, and assistance contractor management.
Key contributor for policy updates, creation, and implementation
Document and communicate EHS Expectations, Outcomes and Metrics.
Leading planning and execution of Risk Assessments and EHS Audits
Required to participate in department on-call schedule.
Assists with project reviews for compliance needs.
Assists with Emergency Response training and response activities.
Be an active member in the site’s emergency response Incident Command Team
Participate in continuous improvement activities and champion change when faced with adversity while incorporating team input.
Supplies the highest level of internal and external customer service while having the ability to diplomatically challenge established procedures and systems.