Job Description

Stepan is seeking an EHS&S Manager to join our plant team in Anaheim, CA. In this role, you will report to the Plant Manager and be an integral member of the Plant Leadership Team. The individual in this role will be responsible for leading and managing safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement across all aspects of EHS&S in a chemical manufacturing environment.

•   Ensures plant and corporate EHS&S policies and guidelines are strictly adhered to (i.e. MOC, permits).
•   Ensures alignment with Corporate EHS&S initiatives and objectives. Maintains close communications with Corporate EHS&S for collaboration and guidance as required
•   Lead, promote, and maintain safety culture for all area personnel through auditing/feedback,
training, and performing safety contacts
•   Manages communication with all governmental reporting agencies and assures that EHS&S, RCMS & PSM requirements are clearly defined and adhered to by departmental managers and plant personnel
•   Appropriately communicates with Plant Manager, Plant Personnel, and Corporate EHS&S on issues/updates/changes related to EHS&S
•   Manages the EHS&S budget, tracks costs, and communicates to management. Finds opportunities for cost savings (Cost Out, Lean, Six Sigma)
•   Reviews all plant maintenance and capital modifications to ensure compatibility with overall EHS&S and PSM compliance. Provide support during plant turnarounds and other construction/repair projects
•   Participates and ensures that EHS&S incident investigations & corrective actions are suitable and addressed timely
•   Identifies, interprets and reviews EHS&S legal and other requirements and implements programs/procedures to ensure compliance
•   Manages the safety training programs including providing direction and continuous improvement to meet safety, environmental and operational training requirements
•   Knowledgeable on requirements of Cal/OSHA and understands tenants of CAL/VPP programs
•   Develop, prioritize, and implement training projects or programs to protect people, processes, products, and environment from exposures to injury, risk, or economic loss
•   Lead and actively participate in safety procedure/program reviews and updates
•   Oversees health & industrial hygiene programs (health screenings, hearing exams, IH monitoring, etc.)
•   Oversees the plant contractor safety program
•   Manages EHS&S Tracking systems (STEMS); finds areas for improvement and includes other EHS&S programs as necessary. Tracks corrective actions and works with supervision on timely closure
•   Identification of trends in incidents and near miss reports and ensures actions are completed to address root causes in a cost effective and timely manner
•   Manages and maintains EHS&S supplies, including PPE, to ensure appropriate inventories are kept and overall cost to serve is appropriate
•   Manages all elements of EHS&S reporting, both internal and external, to ensure compliance

Qualifications

•   Preferred 5+ years of experience performing/managing EHS&S within a manufacturing environment
•   Preferred professional safety and/or environmental certifications (CSP, CSSE, OHST, etc.)
•   Ability to facilitate safety and environmental training
•   Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
•   Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to compile & analyze data
•   Experience with Computerized EHS&S Management Systems; Intelex preferred

Education

• B.S. Degree in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Base Salary: min: $96,910- max: $164,000

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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 20 global manufacturing locations and over 2,000 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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