EHS Specialist III

About the role

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness, and lightweight applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to environmental protection, hazardous waste management, and spill prevention.
• Adhere to BASF's internal standards, such as Responsible Care®.
• Enhance site programs to maintain the license to operate while fostering a culture of safety and compliance among all personnel.
• Lead site security initiatives, identifying and mitigating security risks to uphold and optimize security standards.
• Collaborate with the site manager and contribute to the overall success of the Malcom site.
• Work closely with the EHS Director for Performance Materials North America to contribute to the BASF EHS community.
• Leverage effective communication skills to develop strong working relationships with employees, the EHS community, and regulatory agencies/third parties.
• Develop and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures for the site.
• Lead and participate in risk assessments, accurately addressing identified deficiencies.
• Provide guidance on critical EHS issues, ensuring adherence to corporate EHS policies and procedures, including the Responsible Care® Management Systems.
• Create training content and deliver training or coaching, facilitating the sharing of programs, procedures, tools, and best practices across the BASF EHS organization.
• Prioritize opportunities and issues to drive the continuous improvement of EHS processes and systems.
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators within your area of responsibility, making necessary adjustments to improve EHS performance.
• Lead and participate in project reviews, process hazard analyses, and change management processes, ensuring all internal and external reporting requirements are met.
• Lead and/or participate in EHS work teams and/or task forces.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently under broad goals and objectives with minimal guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Environmental Reporting and Safety Management Systems strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental management, and Emergency Response program management in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills to identify and monitor key performance indicators within your area of responsibility.
• Strong analytical and computer skills to lead and participate in project reviews, process hazard analyses, and change management processes.
• Ability to work independently under broad goals and objectives with minimal guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Environmental Reporting and Safety Management Systems strongly preferred.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental disciplines.
• Experience in Environmental Reporting and Safety Management Systems.
• Leadership and collaboration skills.
• Project management and risk assessment skills.
• Organizational and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible.
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options.
• Comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members.
• Fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more.
• Discount programs for families of all ages and stages.
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive.
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens.
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options.
• Comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members.
• Fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more.
• Discount programs for families of all ages and stages.
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive.
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens.
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.