Job Description
Responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating safety, health and Environmental compliance and other programs that result in EHS regulatory and corporate compliance in manufacturing and support operations for assigned plants and/or facilities.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Accountable for compliance with all applicable regulatory, plant and corporate EHS and related policies and procedures.
- Accountable for Emergency Response functions, roles and responsibilities in accordance with site emergency response plan.
- Supports management/supervision to ensure all site associates understand and comply with all applicable regulatory, plant and corporate EHS and related policies and procedures.
- Responsible/accountable to ensure equipment and facilities are installed and maintained in compliance with all applicable regulatory, site and corporate requirements.
- Responsible/accountable to ensure site project activity is completed in compliance with all applicable regulatory, site and corporate requirements.
- Ensures that all EHS reporting is completed timely and accurately. This includes Avient-required, government, agency and other reporting.
- Ensures that programs exist and are followed for all necessary employee monitoring and testing requirements are performed appropriately.
- Develops and maintains safety systems, policies, and procedures for the site.
- Inspects facilities, machinery, equipment, and personnel practices to identify potential safety and health concerns and hazards.
- Conducts accident investigation and provides recommendations to prevent reoccurrence.
- Chairs Safety Committee meetings and maintains WSIB claim administration, reporting and communication.
- Chairs Site Emergency Response Team and manages new chemical approval process EHS consideration in accordance with the new chemical approval process.
- Acts as Company representative in dealing with government agencies on safety, health and Environmental matters affecting the site.
- Trains employees and management in safe practices and EHS procedures.
- Responsible for all safety-related permit programs.
- Responsible for maintaining and improving site security programs.
- Responsible for ensuring that all waste streams are properly classified and handled.
- Ensures that EHS standards are met by all onsite contract services.
- Provides information to management on accidents, causes, and costs and recommends long-range accident reduction and cost containment objectives.
- Coordinates activities with local fire departments and other government/civic functions on inspection of facilities.
- Ensures safe operation, modification and installation of equipment in all buildings.
- Participation on projects, teams as required.
- Manage environmental, fire safety, and occupational health permits, licenses, and regulatory filings, including:
- Air emission permits
- Waste management compliance
- Chemical management and reporting
- Fire protection system inspections
- Building safety inspections
- Other required regulatory submissions
- Perform other duties, temporary assignments, job rotations, or task reallocations reasonably related to the employee's professional qualifications and job scope as required by business, organizational, or operational needs.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) management within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of occupational safety, fire protection, environmental regulations, and applicable legal compliance requirements.
- Experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Strong project management, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification in Occupational Safety and Health Management or a related EHS discipline.
- Certified Occupational Safety Specialist, Occupational Health Specialist, or equivalent advanced EHS certification.
- Experience with Responsible Care (RC14001), ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or other EHS management systems.
- Experience in the chemical, plastics, specialty materials, or related manufacturing industries.
- Proficiency in English communication, both written and verbal.
Preferred Competencies
- Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to drive a proactive safety culture.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with regulatory agencies, auditors, and external stakeholders.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate EHS risks.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
