Monaca, PA, 15061, USA
28 days ago
Senior EHS Specialist (Environmental)
**At BASF,** we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development. And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of World’s Best Employers in 2024. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future! **Senior EH&S Specialist (Environmental) – Monaca, PA** **_Where the Chemistry Happens_** We are seeking a professional like you who is capable of successfully executing strategic and tactical Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) plans to support environmental compliance for the Monaca Site. You will ensure compliance, coordination, and continuous improvement of environmental programs and projects. This includes providing leadership on all aspects of environmental standards by reviewing applicable standards and interpreting associated requirements to the site and advising site management of compliance concerns. Additionally, you will develop strategies and programs to ensure compliance to new federal, state or local regulations. **_Formula for Success_** + Leading, maintaining and monitoring existing environmental programs while optimizing the effectiveness and efficiency of these programs. + Counselling the site(s) leadership teams on taking recommended actions to address EHS matters and compliance concerns. + Interfacing with State and Federal Regulatory Agencies on permit applications, permit negotiations, agency inspections, enforcement issues and reports. + Identifying EHS issues and seeking opportunities for improvement and driving strategic decisions for the site / business. + Submitting various agency and internal environmental reports and maintaining appropriate environmental related documentation. + Implementing and maintaining the Title V / (MACT, NESHAPS) air permitting, wastewater (NPDES), EPCRA, Waste, SPCC, LDAR, Potable Water, and PA Storage Tank programs. Including the reporting and administration of related electronic systems. + Successfully engaging within the organization, developing effective working relationships with site management, employees, and the EHS community to drive continuous improvement in environmental performance + Coordinating and collaborating with the Expert Services Teams on the development of processes and initiatives to ensure continuous improvement. + Supporting the Site’s Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program(s) (RMP) – examples include Participating in Project Reviews to perform environmental evaluations as part of Management of Change, Maintaining electronic compliance for RMPESUBMIT + Providing field presence and daily support to include, but not limited to, reinforcing a culture of behavior-based safety, field audits/inspections, and coordinating/tracking findings. Additionally, you will work with site management to resolve areas of non-conformance. + Your basic computer skills (ex: spreadsheets, word processing, database management) will be essential as you submit various agency and internal environmental reports and maintain appropriate environmentally related documentation. You will also use these skills to coordinate the waste management program, including reporting and oversight of the on-site service provider(s) and for implementing and operating EHS standardized processes and administration of related electronic systems such as the Environmental Management System (Dakota) to ensure EHS tasks are identified and completed. **_Ingredients for Success: What We Look For in You…_** + Degree in Environmental, EHS or Engineering + Minimum 10 years of environmental work experience in operations with previous site/plant experience required + Strong leadership, collaborative and results driven + Demonstrated track record of manufacturing achievement in the critical success areas of EH&S, cost reduction, continuous improvement and application of leading edge methods and technologies. + Track record of environmental compliance and creating continuous improvement in environmental management systems and performance. + Excellent analytical/problem solving skills with ability to analyze complex technical, operational data and develop effective solutions. + Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with people. **_We also look for….._** + Work experience in the chemical industry preferred **_Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You_** Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry. The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. BASF provides interesting and challenging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your job. #dispersionsresins&additives
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