Specialist, EHSQ

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water‑intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers employees to thrive and make a difference.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Safety and Compliance Specialist for our manufacturing facility in Spokane, Washington. The successful candidate will support the Spokane plant in meeting EHSQ targets, ensuring safe and environmentally responsible operations for employees and the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead and administer a proactive safety process to assure a positive safety culture throughout the plant.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations through procedure development, auditing and document management.
• Advise plant management regarding Federal, State, Local, and Corporate requirements.
• Complete site reporting requirements and regulatory reporting requirements in a timely manner.
• Advise management and employees of safety issues as they arise.
• Ensure required employee training is conducted in a timely manner and maintain training records on health, safety and environmental issues.
• Maintain effective employee Hazard Communication, environmental and safety procedures and safety training.
• Coordinate incident and accident analysis and follow‑up on action plans to minimize recurrence.
• Use corporate and local documentation tools to record activities.
• Maintain document control according to ISO/Corporate requirements through SharePoint.
• Stay current with corporate EHSQ standards: review changes, complete gap assessments, implement improvements, update local procedures, and train personnel on modifications.
• Manage the emergency response program and coordinate drills and exercises.
• Lead and administer a proactive medical monitoring program and emergency medical needs of the facility in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Coordinate site personal protective equipment program, including equipment selection, training, inspection, and medical clearance if necessary.
• Coordinate and support the Behavior Based Safety Program, focusing on charting and positive reinforcement.
• Work with plant production to review opportunities for process improvements in health and safety, environmental, and quality areas.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field, and/or completion of equivalent safety & health certification programs.
• Experience in a chemical/manufacturing facility.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and Washington State regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to train personnel.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Self‑driven, results‑oriented, with strong time‑management to prioritize competing tasks.
• Ability to write and review procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and SAP.

Benefits

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Employment in a stable company with an established market position.
• Attractive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, life/disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Multicultural and positive working environment.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $83,500 to $100,000 per year, with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses. Actual salary is determined by factors such as employment history, experience, skill set, qualifications, and business needs.