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EHS Specialist - Union, NJ

Union, NJ, US, 07083

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors, and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world. Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions.

ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.

As an EHS Specialist you will LEAD by…….

We are seeking a professional like you to serve as the ECMS Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist for the Union, NJ Site. The Union site conducts Quality Assurance testing and R&D activities focused on mobile emission and clean air technologies.

This EHS role is responsible for creating, maintaining, and monitoring site-specific EHS programs that are focused on regulatory compliance and risk management. Programs include, but are not limited to environmental compliance for air, waste, stormwater and wastewater, Industrial Hygiene, radiation safety, laboratory chemical hygiene plans, fire safety, ergonomics, management of change, occupational and contractor safety.

In this role you will be responsible for

• Creating, maintaining, and monitoring effective EHS programs for the Union, NJ Site.

• Serving as the ECMS representative for government agency inspections.

• Performing timely, accurate and complete EHS reporting associated with regulatory requirements and ECMS programs.

• Collaborating with various stakeholders on the optimization and continuous improvement of EHS programs in support of a dynamic research environment.

• Leading and/or participating in EHS incident investigations and root cause analyses.

• Participating in capital project reviews by 1.) making recommendations to reduce risk and ensure compliance and 2.) identifying the EHS resources needed to execute the project in accordance with EHS regulatory requirements and ECMS criteria.

• Preparing and delivering EHS training to various ECMS staff including ‘hands on,’ classroom, and online training. For efficiency, utilize ‘train the trainer’ techniques as appropriate.

• Providing advice and consultation to the site’s leadership team.

• Leading the site EHS Committee.

• Performing certain site-specific tasks such as coordinating hazardous waste shipments and radiation safety equipment inspections.

• Actively participating in the ECMS EHS Community.

Your elements for success…..

• BS in EHS studies or Science.

• Minimum 3 years implementing and maintaining practical EHS regulatory compliance programs in a small manufacturing and/or R& D setting; New Jersey DEP multimedia environmental program and federal OSHA experience preferred.

• EHS industry certifications a plus, e.g., CSP, CHMM, CIH etc.

• Ability to identify EHS tasks to be performed by others, e.g., performing periodic inspections. Note: The ability to train and monitor the progress of others performing EHS tasks will be required to ensure competency.

• Ability to utilize software and work in databases, e.g., MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) etc.

• Effective communication skills focused on audience needs.

You @ BASF ECMS

At BASF ECMS you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life.

• Flexible Work Arrangements when possible

• Retirement Benefits with company contributions

• Competitive Medical and Dental Plan Options

• Disability and Life Insurance Programs

• Wellness Programs

• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement

• Mentoring & Development Programs

• Employee Discounts

• Pet insurance

What are you waiting for? Click Apply now to BELONG@BASF!!

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact HR4U.US@basf-catalystsmetals.com to report fraud. BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $85,000-$110,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factor permitted by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

Nearest Major Market: New York City

Nearest Secondary Market: Newark