EHS Specialist - CP Kelco

Huber Engineered Materials - Okmulgee, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Okmulgee, OK

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The EHS&S Specialist will develop, implement, and maintain strategies, programs, and initiatives that ensure a safe, environmentally responsible, and sustainable workplace at the Okmulgee Plant. This role involves collaboration with various departments and stakeholders to promote compliance with regulations, reduce risks, and enhance the overall well-being of employees, the environment, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret local, regional, and national environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Maintain and monitor various internal systems and procedures utilized for safety/health regulatory compliance.
• Conduct internal safety audits and inspections with associated recordkeeping.
• Investigate incidents and near hits to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training and educational resources to employees on best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in monthly EHS&S departmental progress meetings and monthly technical review meetings.
• Develop strong working relationships with third-party contractors and consultants related to EHS&S activities.
• Assist with upkeep and maintenance of EHS&S files and databases.
• Collect and analyze data related to EHS&S performance incidents and sustainability key safety metrics.
• Actively participate on or lead an internal employee-based safety team.
• Update EHS&S regulatory calendar with pertinent audit trail information.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to ensure alignment with best practices and standards.
• Participate in PSM review meetings as EHS&S representative.
• Assist EHS&S Manager with various EHS&S continuous improvement initiatives or corrections as needed.
• Oversee and process site chemical approval requests.
• Schedule, profile, and track waste disposal activities for industrial waste and universal wastes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in an EHS role in an industrial setting.
• Familiarity with EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations as applicable to industrial facilities.
• Experience with incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Experience with maintaining EHS management systems and internal auditing/corrective action development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Nice-to-haves

• EHS related certifications; CHMM, ASP, CSP, CIH, etc. are a plus.
• Previous experience with OSHA process safety management is a plus.
• Familiarity with discharge and/or environmental permitting; Title V, NPDES, storm water, TRI is a plus.