Sr. EHSS Specialist

Experience Required

7 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in Calvert City,

we are looking for you as a(n) Sr. EHSS Specialist.

This is Us:

You know us. You just didn't know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacture that prides itself on "Creating Tomorrow's Solutions". WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it's protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking aSr. EHSS Specialistfor our site in Calvert City, KY.

What you will do:

The Sr. EHSS Specialist vital impacts to the company include the following: Conducting hazard analysis, inspections, investigations, procedure development and maintenance, leading teams for safety-based efforts, statistical analysis and reporting, and conducting training. It is the responsibility of each employee to know, understand, and diligently practice our EH&S and Security policies and practices.

Will ensure safety aspects are aligned properly for the protection of people, property and expectations. Coordinate Plant safety program. Conduct audits of facilities and lead action item tracking for PSM, Safety, and Loss Prevention audits. Clearly communicate findings and necessary corrective actions with appropriate personnel. Follow up on a routine basis of audit findings and provide action(s) taken report. Support manufacturing success through overall safety program elements with strong emphasis upon conditions & choices. Ensure all safety and environmental related maintenance and technical controls are done in a timely manner and all P&ID are kept up date.

Manage EH&S compliance with all federal and state regulations, including permitting, reporting, investigating, workers' compensation claims, training, etc. Interpret and apply directives and regulations to ensure programs and processes are in place to provide EH&S compliance with all Wacker internal standards and all legal requirements related to environmental, health, and safety programs.

Specialized Duties: Serve as a supporting liaison with applicable State, Federal and Local regulatory agencies, as well as represent the organization in safety related meetings. Facilitate and support incident investigation process ensuring determinations of causal factors are properly identified and corrective actions implemented to prevent recurrence. Support coordination of site monthly reports that are collected, organized, and communicated. Effectively demonstrate safety as a priority.

Support and facility ERT team coordination and training. Including monitoring and tracking quarterly incentive

Represent Wacker in external compliance audits with regulatory agencies. Coordinate standardized plans and procedures for Calvert City for the Evonik/Sekisui Wacker Site security, Fire protection, emergency response, training, and drills. Serve as the Calvert City Mutual Aid Program officer/representative with local emergency response organizations.

Direct liability mitigation efforts, including waste minimization and emission reduction efforts. Direct health and safety programs to minimize injury rates in Calvert City.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field.

7 years of EHSS experience in an industrial/manufacturing/chemical environment required

3 years experience in OSHA PSM facility preferred

Polymers Operating Experience preferred

Experience with a multi-plant environment preferred

Experience with Process and Plant safety aspects

Experience in Process Hazards Analysis required

Experience in Root Cause Analysis required (TapRoot preferred)

Ability to travel up to 5%

Critical Skills and Knowledge:

A comprehensive knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements in a variety of areas and of existing industry best practices

Knowledge of safety requirements related to domestic and international supply chain operations. ISO and OSHA knowledge preferred.

Knowledgeable in areas of safety such as HAZMAT, OSHA regulations, accident investigations, hazard analysis/risk assessment, and process safety

Excellent organizational, analytical, written/ verbal communication, and priority setting skills

Able to give/receive constructive feedback

Intermediate computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, including the ability to quickly learn third party software use

Ability to analyze and research information without direct supervision

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1

Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing fund

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance Program

Career development and advancement opportunities

Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

Reference Code:31461

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, s ex, r ace, r eligion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, s exual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

Wacker Chemical Corporation is a Minority/Female/ Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

31461