EHS Specialist

Company: Chemours
Location: New Johnsonville
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you tojoin our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLD

From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.

Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we're collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries-one improvement at a time.

Chemours is seeking an EHS Consultant or Specialist (Safety) to join our growing team! This position is availableat our New Johnsonville, TN location.

The EHS Consultant or Specialist (Safety) will be a part of an exciting opportunity to impact the company's Safety compliance and performance programs. This EHS position provides leadership, technical support, guidance, program auditing and development, and assistance to maintain New Johnsonville Plant compliance with applicable Site, Corporate, State and Federal regulations, and requirements.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide leadership, guidance, technical problem solving, training, improvement, and implementation support for safety of high hazard chemical operations.
  
• Interface with all site employees, contractors, corporate resources, regulatory agencies, unit operations, and be an active member of the site leadership team.
  
• Work to improve systems, procedures, processes, individual capability, and ownership around safety.
  
• Participate and assist in preparation of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party safety audit programs.
  
• Participate in/facilitate incident investigations as required.
  
• Serve as the site subject matter expert, guardian, and trainer of site Safety How procedures related to Safe Work Practices.
  
• Review regulatory briefs when related to EHS and anticipate impact.
  
• Serve as a key leader or support for Process Safety Management, Risk Management Plan, Responsible Care Management System (RCMS), Occupational Health, Distribution, Emergency Response, OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP).
  
• Develop/lead systems to manage special safety programs across the site.
  
• Participate site reward and recognition programs.
  
• Maintain Metrics (leading/lagging).
  
  
  The following is required for this role:
  
  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
    
  • Knowledge of high hazard chemical or process safety management regulated facilities
    
  • Industrial manufacturing knowledge/experience
    
  • Sound technical and regulatory based safety and process safety management knowledge, including knowledge of regulations, laws, and standards (specifically OSHA)
    
  • Ability to anticipate, plan, develop, implement, audit, and improve sustainable systems and processes in the EHS field
    
  • Strong problem solving and technical skills, with emphasis on safety
    
  • Eager to learn from, support, and coach all levels of the organization
    
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment as the situation requires
    
  • Ability to network and work cross-functionally with Operations, Technology, Maintenance, and Training organizations
    
  • Strong multi-task/organization skills
    
  • Excellent computer skills (Microsoft office ie spreadsheets, Powerpoint) and ability to learn new technology.
    
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    
  • Be able to perform physical duties related to a work environment at a manufacturing facility.
    
    
    The following is preferred for this role:
    
    • Bachelor's degree in an EHS (i.e. Safety Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, etc.) or engineering oriented discipline, OR 5+ years' experience as a safety professional at a manufacturing or chemical facility.
      
    • 5+ years high hazard chemical process experience
      
    • Experience at the New Johnsonville plant or other TiO2 plants
      
    • Work experience in Environmental, Health, Safety, Training, Distribution, and or Emergency Response safety related field
      
    • Having or being able to obtain the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification
      
      
      Benefits:
      
      Competitive Compensation
      
      Comprehensive Benefits Packages
      
      401(k) Match
      
      Employee Stock Purchase Program
      
      Tuition Reimbursement
      
      Commuter Benefits
      
      Learning and Development Opportunities
      
      Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
      
      Company-paid Volunteer Days
      
      We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we're proud to be Certified--- by Great Place to Work - .
      
      Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.
      
      Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.
      
      Chemours is an E-Verify employer
      
      Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation
      
      Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position
      
      In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we're operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.
      
      Pay Range (in local currency):
      $81,715.00 - $127,680.00
      
      Chemours Level:
      24
      
      Annual Bonus Target:
      6%
      
      The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only andnot a guarantee oftotal compensation. Factorsconsidered in extending a compensation offer include (but are notlimitedto) responsibilities of the job,experience, knowledge, skills,and abilities, as wellas internal equity, andalignment with marketdata. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.
      
      At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."

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