Description
This is a CONTRACT engagement (W2)
The project is scheduled to start May 11 and run through November, 2015.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop, implement, and maintain facility EHS programs and facility specific procedures that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Company requirements/initiatives. (PSM, MSDS, OSHA 300, Form 101 etc).
- Assist in the development of EHS program components: operational procedures, work instructions, training materials, standards, etc.
- Compile process safety information for each covered process and keep readily accessible to process employees and management as well as updated on an annual basis.
- Track, trend and communicate EHS performance, regulatory compliance and improvement initiatives.
- Serve as a resource to the site leadership in regards to EHS matters and act as daily point of contact for all EHS issues. Assists line and staff management in understanding OSHA/EPA/DOT regulations and standards, including guidance on handling OSHA/EPA compliance, inspections, and citations.
- Implement environmental, health and safety education and training to support regulatory and business requirements.
- Function as the contractor-plant representative to assure compliance of all PSM-related requirements from contractors.
- Act as a resource and mentor to facility safety teams. Investigate all releases, injuries and near-misses.
- The position may also be responsible for treating minor injuries, managing workmen s comp. cases, EHS training, recordkeeping, performing accident investigations, etc.
- Reviews plant incident statistics and makes recommendations for correction of problem areas.
- Conduct periodic inspections of plant machinery, equipment, and working conditions to ensure conformance to appropriate safety, sanitary, and regulatory standards.
- Reviews proposed CERs and approve them from a safety/environmental perspective. Works closely with Engineering and Maintenance departments ensuring safety/environmental compliance of projects and equipment.
- Maintain and implement industrial hygiene program. Maintain and calibrate industrial hygiene testing equipment. Coordinate and conduct periodic industrial hygiene monitoring of noise, air quality and other IH levels.
- Use ELS methodology to drive improvements in Environmental and Safety programs. Engineer solutions to occupational exposures. Drive continuous improvement and deliver strong results from behavioral based processes.
- Other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemical, Environmental Engineering/Science or related field.
- 5+ years of Industrial safety and occupational EHS within a manufacturing environment.
- Advanced professional EHS certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, QEP, CEA, REM etc.) desired.
- Experience with OSHA VPP or similar structured safety management system encouraged
- Strong leadership, managerial, facilitation, training, and mentoring skills.
- Detailed knowledge of regulatory requirements and EHS policies, procedures and programs. Experience in life safety codes: EHS rules, HAZOP, training, principles of occupational safety and health, and Industrial hygiene.
- Strong Project/Problem Resolution skills.
- Good verbal, written and presentation skills.
- Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, Google Collaboration, Databases and function specific software.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or disability.
Experience:
Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemical, Environmental Engineering/Science or related field. 5+ years of Industrial safety and occupational EHS within a manufacturing environment.