EH&S Specialist (Chemical Manufacturing)

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation. 

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value. 

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day. 

Overview (Scope of Role)

The Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist (EH&S) will be a key contributor to Loss Control Programs, including Environmental, Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Title V, Security, TIMS and Hazardous/Solid Waste Management.  The EHS Technician reports directly to the Responsible Care Leader for Trinseo in support of the Company's chemical manufacturing operations facilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer the environmental program for waste, water and air for the Louisville site
• Participate in and provide data for EH&S audits (internal and external)
• System administrator for document control, security, and EH&S applications.
• Coordinate and assist implementation for EH&S programs within specific facility
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action to determine root cause analysis.
• Initiate and support Management of Change (MOC) for EH&S matters as necessary
• Serve as facility MOC reviewer for EH&S topics
• Complete EHS assessments/general program compliance reviews
• Complete monthly compliance tasks
• Updates and maintains appropriate environmental, safety and health program documents.
• Member of EHS Teams for area of coverage
• Be an EH&S influential leader with Trinseo EH&S programs
• Participate and help drive Trinseo’s Safety on Purpose program
• On-board new employees utilizing the Trinseo New Employee Orientation Process
• Provide one-on-one or group trainings of various EH&S topics, e.g. arc flash, fall protection, respirator, SCBA, etc.
• Develop an EH&S Tailgate plan and provide materials to be viewed by all employees
• Review and update the SDS system annually for your facility
• Know and participate in immediate response drills with facility and Site emergency response teams
• Manage and report sustainability metrics for site
• Support site process safety including PHAs. 

Qualifications

• Postsecondary Degree in EHS or Chemical Engineering or related field required
• Professional certifications preferred (CSP, CHMM, CIH, CPEA) but not required
• 2+ years of EH&S OR Chemical Engineering experience with exposure to EH&S preferred
• Chemical manufacturing experience is preferred
• Identifies and interprets applicable environmental regulations 
• Performs inspections and tests to verify compliance 
• Emergency response experience is preferred.
• Experience with external regulatory requirements both at the federal and state level
• Strong communication & partnership skills
• Willingness to learn and be proactive  

Equity and Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.  We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.