Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

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.

Company Description

BASF/Chemetall, is the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide. At BASF/Chemetall, we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming. 

The chemical treatment of metal surfaces is BASF/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.

Where the Chemistry Happens:

The BMT EHS Specialist will be accountable to support the EHS programs at the facility. The basis of the BASF EHS initiative includes the preparation of Hazardous Incident Risk Assessments (HIRA), Standard Operating Procedures and Training. The accountabilities include, but are not limited to, hazardous incident identification and management, EHS training, audits and inspections, SOP preparation, hazard communication, MOC, work permits, PPE evaluation, emergency response, process safety and environmental protection. Influence is a critical core competency to the success of this role. This position will report to the site EHS Manager.

Formula for Success:

• Be responsible for supporting the site EHS Manager in the following activities:
• BASF Responsible Care Initiative
• Organizational activities
• Support the site manager in maintain site action tracking.
• Manage contractor pre-qualification and time on site.
• Maintain site document management system.
• Regularly check compliance to the site’s legal permits.
• Occupational safety activities
• Perform hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Review, maintain, and actively participate in the Safe Work Permit system.
• Environmental activities
• Waste management
• Security
• Act as the site security representative

• As the Site Security Representative, you will be responsible for:
• Develop, implement, and maintain site procedures to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and BASF requirements.
• Manage and administer the site’s security plan to include maintenance of security systems and contracted security forces.
• Integrate security planning considerations into major projects, new construction, renovations, and labor-related matters.
• Attend mandatory and recommended security seminars and training.
• Laisse and collaborate with Corporate Security on security matters and investigations.
• Record security incidents by completing the online security incidents report, maintaining records of security-related incidents in accordance with the Company’s record retention policy, and immediately reporting serious and significant issues to Corporate Security.
• Preserve evidence and perform preliminary investigations of security incidents under the direction of Corporate Security.
• Develop security awareness campaigns and provide security training to site personnel.
• Develop a network with local external law enforcement and emergency service providers.

Ingredients for Success:

• Bachelor’s Degree - Safety, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or a related technical degree or equivalent education & experience
• 1-3 years of experience working in EHS.
• (i.e. GHS, OSHA, RCRA, SARA 312 & 313, 40 CFR)
• CIH, CSP, CHMM, OSHA Certified desirable but not required
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of the Responsible Care principles and ISO 14001
• Ability to work with minimal level of guidance & supervision and adapt to rapidly changing priorities
• First Aid and CPR trained
• Ability to independently learn and understand technical, regulatory and external issues regarding Safety, Health and Environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships
• Effective decision-making abilities
• Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to utilize common workplace and database software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, etc.)
• Ability to work to the highest levels of integrity
• Ability to travel - 10%

We offer an exciting growth opportunity with a very competitive, Total Rewards package, which includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life:

• A Competitive Base Salary 
• Great benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and Paid Time Off, starting on the first day.
• Retirement Benefits, including company matching contributions 
• Various Lifestyle Benefits (Maternity/Paternity Leave, Pet Insurance, and more) 
• Employee Discounts 
• Matching Donations to your favorite cause
• Tuition Reimbursement 

Salary Range- $68,000-76,000