EHS Specialist/ Engineer
POSITION OBJECTIVE
This position will implement and maintain FPC USA’s EHS (Environment, Health and Safety) management systems to ensure all aspects of the EHS programs are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, adhering to corporate EHS policies, procedures, ISO requirements (e.g. ISO 14001, 45001, 14040 and 1467) and industrial standards. Additional responsibilities may include EHS compliance audit, training scheduling, corrective action tracking, and other EHS related activities (e.g. Product safety, DOT/SDS and Product LCA assessment).
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Implements and maintains FPC USA’s EHS management system to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, corporate policies, ISO, and relevant industrial standards.
Acts as a liaison to work with plant site EHS personnel to ensure sites’ and corporate EHS programs are aligning with each other and meet local, state, federal regulatory requirements, ISO and applicable industrial standards.
Coordinates with plant sites for EHS management system implementation and regulatory compliance audit, scheduling, and corrective action tracking.
Acts as Corporate EHS Master Training Plan PIC (person-in-charge) for developing, maintaining, scheduling and tracking progress of training for EHS related programs
Utilizes knowledge management system (KMS) to maintain audit protocols, track audit findings, corrective actions and to verify completion for continue improvement.
Assists with stakeholders to monitor new and amended Federal EHS regulations and industrial standards and prepare regulatory memo for Management as necessary to ensure compliance.
Assists in maintaining corporate procedures (e.g. Product Stewardship manual), policies and guidance documents in conform to the company’s document retention procedures. (i.e. Intranet)
Assists Product Stewardship team to develop and maintain FPC regulatory database including ImageWave SDS database for product safety regulatory compliance and Hazmat communication.
Other project management duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous Related Experience Required
4 - 7 years of work experience in chemical, engineering, safety, environment, or related scientific discipline.
Training and/or auditing experience in EHS management systems and/or ISO standards
General knowledge of petrochemical and plastics production is beneficial
Experience in working and communicating with staff from diverse departments (e.g. Sales, production, technical, et al.)
Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job
Strong knowledge of chemical, environmental, health, safety and other scientific principles.
Knowledge EHS related ISO standards.
Comfortable in scientific, regulatory and technical terminology. Ability to evaluate, investigate/research and respond to technical questions.
Able to interpret regulations and implement for compliance
Strong writing and communication skills, both professionally and effectively.
Excellent organizational, time and project management skills to prioritize actions with the ability to adapt to new situations, and effectively handle multiple priorities/projects.
Able to evaluate situations, identify options and implement effective solutions quickly and efficiently with attention to detail.
Able to manage different perspectives using tact and diplomacy.
Able to work in a matrixed environment, address a range of functions and diverse businesses, and interact with individuals at all levels within the organization. Able to work independently and within a team.
Strong computer skills, highly proficient with Microsoft Office functions including Excel, PowerPoint, Word as well as other software analytical tools and e-mail and meeting management software. Ability to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.
Ability to evaluate, investigate/research, and respond to technical questions.
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or science related discipline
Other Certification/Training Required
ISO14001 training/certification is beneficial
Project management, root cause and gap analysis skills are beneficial.
Standard Requirements
Approximately 10-20% travel, primarily to company plant locations in Texas and Louisiana.
Must have regular, reliable attendance as well as the ability to periodically work outside the regular schedule.
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse slate of individuals, including employees and management. Projects a positive attitude and desire to learn.
Assure compliance with all company safety, health, and security programs and practices.
Provide management and leadership timely and thorough reporting of all incidents to ensure all incidents are investigated properly.
Take personal responsibility and ownership for safety, including bringing the attitude that “I am individually responsible for safety” to the job each and every day.
Must demonstrate exceptional teamwork and customer service; behave professionally; treat others with respect and dignity.
Must have good oral and written communication skills.
