EHS Specialist

Description

• Review incident and accident reports to determine measures needed to prevent recurrences, including root cause analysis.
• Directly manage processes related to hazardous waste generation, passivation chemistry monitoring and control, and related emergency response procedures.
• Support the platform Director of EHS in all regulatory and corporate reporting requirements.
• Act as the Emergency Response Leader for the organization.
• Interface with EHS consultants in all appropriate internal auditing, reporting and training activities
• Supportive an effective safety committee with clear goals and objectives.
• Conduct worker risk assessments, including safety and occupational health, with emphasis on eliminating or reducing potential hazardous conditions.
• Actively participate in HAZMAT training, required cleanups, and maintenance of equipment.
• Review all PMs for mechanical integrity compliance, ensure that all piping is labeled and valve numbers are in place and accurate.
• Support Chemical Passivation system daily operations including wastewater treatment operations, regulatory sampling and permitting, and process tank testing and maintenance.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Identify EHS training needs, conduct and oversee training, and ensure maintenance of the company training database.
• Develop SOPs for the Chemical Passivation department, ensure that all P&ID's are up to date.
• Develop, or assist in developing, organizing, scheduling and conducting training programs for the Chemical Passivation department, HAZMAT team, and confined space entry and rescue team.
• Own the chemical receiving processes from dock to storage
• Work with production supervisors to develop and implement programs to maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with EHS regulations, policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Good understanding of federal, state and local regulatory authority, including: EPA, OSHA, DOT, and familiarity with federal, RCRA, CWA, SWPPP, SPCC, PSM, PHA, LOTO, PPE, HAZMAT, Machine Guarding, GHS, Confined Space Entry, Crane Safety, and Forklift Training.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-service attitude.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Previous experience with industrial wastewater treatment and chemical passivation.
• Experience in implementing and/or maintaining ISO14001, ISO45001, or similar certification system.
• ASP, CSP, or similar professional certification desireable
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Industrial/Manufacturing EH&S experience
• Proficient in computer software applications (Microsoft office suite).
• Ability to push and pull up to 25 pounds.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Bilingual – English/Spanish
• 5+ years of experience as a safety leader in chemical processing environment – including waste water treatment, and the overall management of the EHS program

Benefits

• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• 40 Hour Hazwoper

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance