Principle Industrial Hygiene Specialist


Job description:

TARGETED OUTCOMES

  • Develop and manage annual Industrial Hygiene (IH) plans for the site
  • Perform IH activities including, but not limited to, identification, assessment and control of potential chemical, physical and biological stressors in the workplace
  • Manage exposure assessment data, including qualitative and quantitative exposure assessment documentation.
  • Ensure that occupational health practices and regulatory requirements are recognized, reviewed and implemented.
  • Participate in emerging issues identification, analysis and resolution
  • Participate as a core member of the site ESSH team in any other capacity necessary to maintain and improve ESSH programs, policies, systems and initiatives for the site or company

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Own, administer, and maintain all applicable IH policies and procedures to ensure successful implementation of regulatory, company and industry standards
  • Administer the Exposure Assessment process, includingqualitative/quantitativeIH assessments, short and long-term IH initiatives in alignment with company directives and selection of proper control solutions to reduce occupational health risks
  • Serve as the focal point for the management of the applicable IH programs to drive integration and improvements across the facility down to the unit and department level.
  • Conduct compliance audits and program assessments and develop action plans to close identified gaps.
  • Provide expertise and assistance to work groups in developing and implementing compliance systems, programs, policies and procedures to ensure occupational exposures are adequately controlled and/or eliminated.
  • Review current and proposed projects to ensure IH concerns are identified and steps defined and addressed
  • Facilitate the approval and onboarding of new chemicals to the site with support of product stewardship
  • Complete required regulatory and corporate reports (e.g., SARA 312, CWC, TSCA)
  • Provide exposure monitoring support during emergencies, such as releases, fires, or spills
  • Function as Radiation Safety Officer with required state licensing
  • Work with onsite medical staff to maintain medical surveillance programs based on SEG requirements
  • Secure legal advice under necessary circumstances and act on legal advice as appropriate
  • Perform field inspections to provide advice and oversight of safe work practices
  • Act as a liaison between the facility and outside regulatory agencies

REPORTS TO

Safety/Health Manager

Qualifications:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Public Health or a closely related science/engineering field
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in organic chemical industry, oil refining, industrial manufacturing and/or heavy construction environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety and health practices and standards
  • General safety program management with strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry related safety regulations required
  • Certification, training and/or working knowledge of the following: OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER, radiation safety
  • Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

DESIRED CERTIFICATION

  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Basic knowledge of occupational stressors to include (heat stress, chemicals, radiation, ergonomics, noise, biological hazards, etc.)
  • Chemical sampling knowledge and techniques
  • Familiarity with Industrial Hygiene instrumentation and monitoring equipment
  • Proactive leadership and team-building skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization, including contractors
  • Knowledge of OSHA occupational health regulations, ANSI standards, NIOSH standards, ACGIH standards, etc.
  • Working knowledge of incident investigation and analysis tools (Cause Mapping, 5-Whys, FMEA, etc.)
  • Solid interpersonal, influential, coaching, facilitation and organizational skills with excellent verbal and written communication capabilities
  • Ability and willingness to effectively lead change, influence others and gain commitment to new ways of performing work with all levels in the organization.
  • Must be self-motivated, well organized, and able to manage multiple initiatives to successful completion.
  • Strong computer skills are required, including sound proficiency with MS Office products

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Proficiency with SAP
  • Experience with Cority
  • Experience with Sphera or other SDS management system

Experience in developing and delivering training

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Location Pensacola Florida Best Beach in the U.S. Sun Fun Year around. Home of The U S Navy Blue Angels