Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all site EHS programs, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate standards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations, including process safety management (PSM) for chemical operations.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses (e.g., HAZOP, JSA), and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee incident investigation processes, root cause analysis, and reporting; ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Manage environmental compliance programs, including air emissions, wastewater, hazardous waste, and chemical storage.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, supervisors, and contractors.
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and coordination with local emergency services.
• Monitor safety performance metrics, conduct audits and inspections, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and lead site inspections and audits.
• Support capital projects and operational changes through Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement and employee involvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (chemical manufacturing experience preferred but not required).
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and general industry safety standards; familiarity with EPA regulations and process safety management (PSM) is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with incident investigation, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization and drive cultural change.

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