Job Description:

This position actively analyzes the work environment, local culture, and policies to continuously improve Health and Safety performance on site.   This position inspects the workplace for adherence to regulations on safety and health.   They help design, implement, train employees, and audit versus compliance on programs to prevent injury and/or disease.  Position travels 10% of time to support the Portland, OR site.Position may additionally travel up to another 10% to support other site audits and/or turnarounds.   Some specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:TEAMSLead Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) Meetings (monthly)Member of local Management TeamCoordinate and Lead Emergency Response Team (ERT) activity (drills, critiques, training, equipment inspections, etc)Participate on BBS Team (as needed)Encourage Health & Wellness (H&W) TeamFIELD PRESENCEDaily Field Audits such as BBS, LCPs, My Check 5s.20% target time in field.Recognize positive behaviors and/or hazardous situations, and provide feedback.Periodically attend Operations, Maintenance, and or Contractor Toolbox meetings (weekly)Promote good housekeepingTurnaround primary H&S support, including daily toolboxes, daily field observations, daily safety lunch, and daily 2PM meetings (2 units.every 18 months per unit).Approximately 80% time in field.Solicit HS feedback from employeesTRAINING:Maintain Training Matrix (as needed)Prepare & Deliver Plant wide Safety Meetings (monthly)Set FMT/CBT schedule (annual)Mind Flash administrator (as needed)Coordinate Fire Extinguisher training (annual)Coordinate H&S equipment inspections (annual)Prepare and deliver refresher training effort for plant safety programsOn-Board new employeesProvide quarterly reports on training program status.PROCEDURES & PROGRAMSLiaison with contractors for safety issues.Maintain contractor safety programDevelop new and maintain existing H&S ProceduresDevelop new and maintain existing ERT ProceduresManagement of Change H&S Approver (as needed)Variance H&S Approver (as needed) Maintain Preventative Ratio (monthly)Coordinate Industrial Hygiene MonitoringEnsure weekly, monthly, quarterly HSE Inspections are done satisfactorily.OTHERParticipate in / Facilitate / Lead Incident Investigations (as needed)Prepare 30 Min Review and/or HSE Alerts (as needed)Enter HS related purchase requisitions and timely pay associated invoicesPrimary point of contact for regional, state, and federal H&S auditorsManage the site Equipment Specific LOTO program.Assist with Enablon Action ItemsActive involvement with Severe Weather preparednessAssist Maintenance with Sprinkler/Alarm inspectionsAssist in completion of process safety action itemsAct as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and liaison to the contracted security force.MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Support 20P Requirements (as needed)RC14001® Implementation and MaintenanceEnsure Aspects and Impacts, Communication Grid, and Legal Register are maintained.  Responsible to update the aspects list as new information becomes available (such as spill investigations, ministry/agency inspections, internal/external audits, process changes, etc.).Support RC14001 Coordinator in maintaining Consistent Document ControlTrain as management system auditorFollow the 10 Expectations of LeadersFollow Life Saving BehaviorsComplete all computer based training & PWSM training by their deadlines to comply with HSE requirements & policies Be a visible presence on site to promote good health and safety practices and reduce risks.Maintain employee interest, involvement and support in all aspects of site safety programsParticipation in risk assessment audits (PHA, CTA, JSA, etc.) as applicable. Stay current on updated plant technologies, policies, procedures, government rules / laws / regulations pertaining to this plantLead, support, promote, improve, and enforce compliance, all HS&E, corporate/plant policies, procedures, performance standards and ISO/RC 14001 and Ecovyst 20 Principles Knowledge of OSHA & NIOSH standards, including PSMFamiliarity with industry standards& practices (API, ASME, NFPA, etc)Well-trained & practiced in Incident Investigation 5 Why and RCFA or equivalent.Well-trained & practiced in Emergency Response (HAZMAT, Incident Command Structure, First Aid, Confined Space Rescue)Ability to comprehend, analyze, and understand the legal aspects of legislation and develop compliance programs to decrease facility process safety liabilities and reduce process risks Ability to speak in front of a group and demonstrated ability to be effective trainerWorks well under pressure - ability to meet tight deadlines with quality resultsStrong communication/inter-personal skills - able to inspire and encourage the use of best practices at plant sites, able to communicate with plant staff, GBU management, and regulatory agencies Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with shop floorUS Coast Guard MTSA / FSO Training preferred Must well versed in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, & Outlook.SAP experience a plus.Must understand basic chemistryMinimum Requirements:High school diploma or GED required - Bachelor's degree (B.A.)from four-year college or university preferred5+ years of manufacturing experience (chemical plant / refineryexperience or similar industrial setting preferred)2+ years Health & Safety experience required