Safety Manager (12/1/08)

J.F. Electric, an electrical contractor based in Edwardsville, IL, is searching for a Safety Manager with a minimum of five years experience in the electrical construction and/or oil refinery industries. Requirements include: 1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 2. Experience managing teams in a fast-paced, multi-project, environment. 3. Proficient in Word and Excel. 4. Experienced at incident investigations and root cause analysis. 5. Familiar with behavioral based safety. 6. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation. 7. OSHA 500 Certification is a plus. Please mail your resume to: Human Resources, J.F. Electric, Inc., P.O. Box 570, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Safety Coordinator (11/7/08)

Company Description: Fortune 150 Company and Leader in its field
Location: Jackson, Mississippi

Our client is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Safety Coordinator. Reporting to the General Manager, this position will assist site Supervision with day-to day safety related activities, coordination of VPP initiatives, program administrative duties, organization and presentation of training and site inspection/auditing.

Qualifications:

  • A complete knowledge of OSHA compliance and regulations; and worker’s compensation.
  • Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate and organize multiple activities concurrently.
  • Perform employee training on a range of topics within the occupational safety and health field.
  • Ability to establish safety policies, maintain safety records, and work closely with plant safety focus teams.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and to handle multiple/detailed-oriented tasks, while remaining focused on overall goals and objectives within the Safety Office.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work with teammates from all organization levels.
  • Must be a positive self-starting team member, with initiative and problem solving abilities.

Positive Attributes:

  • Safety - Concerned for the work place safety of self and others; is knowledgeable of and consistently follows accepted safety practices.
  • Communication - Effective expression of ideas or tasks to an individual or group. Clearly expresses ideas in word or writing and in good grammatical form.
  • Teamwork – Communicates and works effectively with others in order to accomplish tasks and achieve the goals of the work group. Maintains focus on obtaining goals of the division.
  • Judgment/Decision Making – Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting good judgment and responsibility with a timely systematic approach to decision making.
  • Initiative –Is a self-starter, looking for work that needs to be done and ways to improve. Energetic and motivating to others.

Education:

  • A degree or certification in Occupational Safety or Industrial Hygiene or five (5) years experience comparable to related field
  • Must possess certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.

If interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit your resume by using the following link: http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E55E6D361D43717B785319653A551F2604

Safety Group Leader (11/7/08)

Company Description: Fortune 150 Company and Leader in its field
Location: Meza, Arizona

Position Description:

  • Solve problems and implements solutions to HSE related issues
  • Interpret regulatory requirements, create, communicate and implement HSE programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and BMPs
  • Act as point person for VPP programs and facility recertification
  • Research, prepare and present reports to senior management
  • Responsible for the employment, development, performance evaluation, counseling and discipline of assigned employees
  • Represent the company to external sources (professional, and civic)
  • Acts as liaison between the HSE Dept. and operations regarding HSE compliance.
  • Review, critique, and provide recommendations and/or solutions for the health and safety aspects of new or modified products and/or processes.
  • Develop and deliver both classroom and OJT HSE training.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsibilities will include the following safety elements:
    • Industrial Hygiene
    • Process Safety Management
    • VPP implementation
    • Accident Investigations
    • Employee Involvement
    • Personnel Protective Equipment
    • Behavior Based Safety Program
    • Process Hazard Analysis
    • Health and Safety Training
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage, motivate, and direct personnel at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written with good presentation skills.
  • Able to operate PC based software programs and automated business systems.

Education and Experience:

  • Requires technical Bachelor’s degree (engineering or science) OR relevant post degree training and experience plus highly advanced training and experience in specialty area.
  • 8 - 10 years experience in safety engineering/compliance with expert level of knowledge.
  • Prefer experience in manufacturing and/or chemical processing.
  • Experience with PSM and OSHA’s VPP program is strongly preferred.
  • CIH is also preferred.

If interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit your resume by using the following link: http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E55E6D361D43717B785319653A55

EHS Manager (11/6/08)

Covidien is more than a leading provider of medical devices, supplies and pharmaceuticals. We’re a $10 billion company with over 40,000 employees who are passionate about helping doctors, nurses, and other medical industry professionals to be the most effective they can be.
Manage the environmental, safety and health (EHS) programs at the Hazelwood, Missouri campus. Primarily supports the activities of Imaging Solutions busines unit Research & Development (R&D), but also supports the administration of our EHS program. Maintain, develop, enhance, and implement programs, policies, and procedures to comply with federal, state, and local laws including OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NRC. Serve as Chemical Hygiene Officer.

Essential Functions:

  1. Serve as Chemical Hygiene Officer and develop and maintain hygiene programs including sampling as required in the Imaging Solutions research laboratories.
  2. Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to R&D chemists and managers in the implementation of the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
  3. Review JSAs for laboratory work and identify engineering controls, work methods, processes, materials, and PPE that will protect researchers from potential hazards.
  4. Evaluate new laboratory equipment for potential hazards prior to CER approval and purchase.
  5. Interpret and comply with environmental, health and safety regulations and company policies.
  6. Participate in behavior-based safety program. Encourage employee involvement in EHS activities.
  7. Administer the solid/hazardous waste disposal and waste minimization programs.
  8. Coordinate and ensure compliance with transportation regulatory requirements with respect to shipments of dangerous goods.
  9. Submit reports required by law with respect to air emissions, permitted water discharge, waste generation and disposal, and groundwater quality.
  10. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, and occupational health and safety regulations.
  11. Develop and administer knowledge and skill training for R&D employees, and for administrative employees when applicable.
  12. Serve as EHS expert resource for Incident Investigations.
  13. Prepare annual budget for EHS department and propose capital expenditure budget for new EHS equipment as required.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or equivalent. Minimum of seven years of applied experience with an emphasis on industrial hygiene activities and environmental, health and safety program management. Minimum of two years supervisory experience.
    Certified Industrial Hygienist preferred. Must possess thorough knowledge of industrial chemistry, and OSHA, EPA, DOT, IATA, State, and Local regulations. Knowledge of NRC regulations a plus.

  • Strong team building skills and ability to demonstrate managerial courage in managing varied interests representing potential conflicting points of view.
    Ability to effectively communicate with R&D chemists and R&D management. Effective decision making, team building, organization skills, and proven manager of people.

  • Computer skills including MS Office and ability to learn specialty software for a variety of EHS applications.

For consideration please apply online at: https://prod.fadvhms.com/TycoHC/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*559B513C8497F076

Principal HSE Engineer (11/6/08)

Principal HSE Engineer, at Covidien, provides support to Process Safety Management, Risk Management and Safety & Health compliance and management systems implementation for the St Louis site. Primary responsibilities focus on leading efforts regarding major risk associated to HSE activities such as PSM, RMP, Highly Hazardous Material handling and Mechanical Integrity initiatives. This position has no direct reports responsibilities.

Qualifications Include:

  • BS in Engineering, Industrial Safety or technical related field
  • Minimum 10 years experience in HSE. Experience in the pharmaceuticals/bulk chemical industry. Certification as a Safety professional (CSP). Process safety management experience is preferred.
  • Extensive PSM&RMP knowledge and experience.
  • Poses a high level of proficiency in HSE competencies including risk assessment, health and safety management system and management of change. Technical knowledge on hazardous waste management and air pollution.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, cGMP and state regulations. Detailed knowledge in: ergonomics and Behavior Based Safety.

To apply for a position with Covidien, please visit our website at: www.covidien.com/careers and do a keyword search using the job titles above. If you have any additional questions, please contact: Gina Bognanno @ gina.bognanno@covidien.com.

Senior HSE Engineer (11/6/08)

Sr HSE Engineer, at Covidien, directly supports HSE needs of assigned manufacturing buildings and laboratories. Assists with execution and auditing of environmental, health and safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental, health, and safety regulations. This role will involve: conducting PSM Process Hazard Analysis reviews for manufacturing areas/processes. Reviews and evaluation of Management of Change Authorizations for impacts to HSE programs and policies. Identifies hazardous workplace conditions and takes preliminary samples and measurements of hazardous forces and toxic substances, removes hazards and/or protects employees by guarding, revising work procedures, and training or requiring use of protective clothing and personal protective equipment.

Qualifications include:

  • BS in Industrial Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Engineering or related field.
  • 5-7 years of professional level HSE experience in industrial, bulk chemical manufacturing, or pharmaceutical facility, or equivalent, depending on education level. Certification as a HSE professional.
  • Process safety management experience is preferred.
  • Extensive PSM/RMP/Emergency Response knowledge and experience
  • Knowledge of environmental and safety regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, state regulations, NEC, cGMP, NPFA)
  • Certifications such as CHMM, CSP, CIH or PE a plus.

To apply for a position with Covidien, please visit our website at: www.covidien.com/careers and do a keyword search using the job titles above. If you have any additional questions, please contact: Gina Bognanno @ gina.bognanno@covidien.com.

Environmental Health & Safety Manager (11/6/08)

DASH Multi Corp, based in St. Louis, MO, is a privately held corporation composed of wholly-owned subsidiaries that manufacture custom formulated vinyl and polyurethane systems; laminated and coated fabrics; and recycled rubber products

DASH is currently seeking an EHS Manager experienced in environmental, health and safety programs with a strong background in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering to serve as EHS leader in a wide range of manufacturing operations and environments.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

  • EHS program development and implementation at subsidiary operations in CA, OR, PA, GA, NC, and MO.
  • Serve as a resource in the development and implementation of EHS programs at these locations.
  • This includes providing EHS programs, policy gap analyses, development of site-specific written programs, and the development and delivery of EHS training programs.
  • Directly responsible for compliance with regulatory programs required by OSHA, EPA, DOT and DENR’s, when applicable.
  • Capable of conducting Process Safety Management and Risk Management Program Assessments including Process Hazardous Analyses and Preventive Maintenance Reviews, when required.
  • When these regulatory compliance programs are established, the functions of this position would become that of audit and oversight.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering; Certification status through professional organizations in the areas of Environment, Safety and Health a definite plus.
  • Five (5) or more years experience in the direct application of EHS principles in a chemical manufacturing environment or in heavy industrial manufacturing.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience in developing technical documents, such as EHS Policies, training materials, etc.
  • Must possess strong computer skills and proven research skills, including literature searches and other data acquisition processes.
  • Some travel required

Also requires a working knowledge of:

  • Generally recognized good practices and principles of the environment, health, safety, worker's compensation and related issues.
  • Pertinent federal standards (OSHA, EPA, and DOT), state and local laws, codes and regulations relating to EHS.
  • Training and presentation skills, techniques, applications and practices.

For immediate consideration, forward your resume and salary history to hr@dashmc.com or fax 314-432-3210.

S&ES Specialist (10/24/08)

Location: Kansas City, MO

Collaborates with employees and supervisors to identify and correct potential safety and health hazards and environmental situations, and provides compliance assurance and assistance from a strategic and tactical standpoint to a specific area of responsibility. Implements safe and environmentally compliant standard work practices with line personnel and monitors conformance through safety and environmental inspections. Assures compliance with organizational and government environmental, health and safety standards. Monitors organizational environmental, safety and health performance, and provides employee safety and environmental training and compliance tools. This mid-level professional position applies advanced safety and environmental knowledge to all safety and environmental areas–fleet safety, personnel safety, operational safety, equipment safety, product safety, and environmental–in order to protect the health and safety of all company employees, as well as the surrounding communities and environments in which the company operates. Provides leadership, guidance and assistance in the prevention/control of accidents and incidents to a specific area of responsibility. Work with line management to ensure support is provided in achieving zero/zero performance goals in safety, health and environmental. Implements safe and environmentally compliant standard work practices with line personnel. Identify opportunities to improve safety performance and take proactive actions to implement. Monitor local OSHA (e.g. PSM), EPA (e.g. Title V), DOT and ISO requirements and standards along with company policies and standards to ensure compliance. Support all accident/incident investigation, reporting and facilitation of Root Cause Analysis. Perform industrial hygiene monitoring. Prepare and submit environmental reports as required by regulations and permits. Provides active support to site locations by training employees on requirements and assisting the site to ensure environmental permit compliance, and developing environmental and safety compliance assistance tools.

Bachelor’s Degree Required; 3+ years of Safety/Environmental experience required. The following are preferred: Strong environmental background, Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certification, OSHA Authorized Trainer for OSHA 10 hr and 30 safety courses for General or Construction Industry.

Value Added Information: 60% safety; 40% environmental. Regional position, but plants are located within 30 miles of one another. Position reports to the Regional S&ES Manager.

Contact:

Allison Chapman
Executive Recruiter
Austin Group Executive Search, LP
Nationwide professional recruitment specializing
in the chemical, petrochemical and refining industries.
(281) 497-8595 Ext. 119 Local
1-888-497-8595 Ext. 119 Toll Free
achapman@ageslp.com
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Global EH&S Manager (10/24/08)

Education Required: BS Env Engineering, Chemistry or technically related
Years of Experience: 5+
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Kansas City Area

Will be based at the division headquarters and ensure environmental compliance for multiple locations globally. This position will require at least 50% travel to include Europe, China and South Africa. Will provide leadership and oversight for the implementation of programs and ensure compliance with federal, state, local and international environmental regulations. Will address a wide range of environmental issues globally to include waste management, water/wastewater, air emissions (including Title V), hazardous substances and remediation. Will define, maintain and communicate environmental program requirements & expectations; mentor, coach and train EHS operational teams to strengthen the environmental capability and competency; develop effective databases for environmental data; manage environmental integration of newly acquired businesses; manage environmental matters associated with closure of facilities and other projects as assigned.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and knowledge:

  • Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, DOT, NIOSH and international standards
  • Strong multi-media environmental experience to include air, waste/wastewater, waste management, hazardous substances and remediation
  • Interacting with regulatory agencies
  • Advanced computer skills
  • International experience and Title V is strongly preferred

If you or someone you know is interested in exploring this opportunity further, please send a resume, with salary history, to my attention. We will make a comprehensive review of the position requirements relative to your background and experience and will contact you only if we determine your qualifications meet the requirements.

Kelly McCarthy, Senior EHS/HR Recruiting Specialist
Professional Outlook, Inc.
Kelly@professionaloutlook.com

Environmental Air Engineer (10/24/08)

Required Degree: BS Environmental Science or Engineering
Required Years of Experience: 10+ years
Salary Range: $95,000+
Location: St. Louis MO
Industry: Chemical

Will provide air permitting expertise and technical support (Title V, PSD, NSR) as well as supervise the implementation of the LDAR program reporting. EPA, air, compliance, and auditing experience are required. In this role you will be reporting to the Environmental Director, who routinely works with all departments to ensure compliance with state and federal air permitting and environmental regulations. Operating documents to gather data for compliance reports, audits, improve performance, and serve as the Emergency Response EOC Liaison Officer on a rotating schedule within the plant.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and knowledge:

  • Experience in Petro-Chemical, refining or chemical manufacturing.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, ten years of solid environmental compliance experience.
  • Title V

If you or someone you know is interested in exploring this opportunity further, please send a resume, with salary history, to my attention. We will make a comprehensive review of the position requirements relative to your background and experience and will contact you only if we determine your qualifications meet the requirements.

David N. Scrace
Professional Recruiter
EHS and HR Specialist
Professional Outlook, Inc.
David@Professionaloutlook.com

Regional EHS Manager (10/24/08)

Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Environmental or related
Industry: Manufacturing
Years Experience: 7+
Location: Southwest Missouri
Salary: $75-85,000

Our client is a global company that is determined to build a world class EHS program and looking to hire this person immediately.

Responsibilities: Will support (2) manufacturing plants in the local area and promote a safe, incident free work environment and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies regarding air, water and soil pollution. Specific duties will include: developing policies/procedures to comply with OSHA / EPA regulations; develop plant goals AND metrics; consult with department management on design and use of equipment, waste disposal, AND fire protection programs; audit plant and recommend corrective action; monitor potential air, water and solid discharge and emissions; participate in incident investigations; develop AND coordinate training programs; lead implementation of risk management and loss control processes; environmental permitting and ergonomic issues.

Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Safety, Environmental or related with at least 7 years of hands-on EHS experience out of plant manufacturing. Must have a well-rounded EHS background to include ergonomics, safety program development, reducing accidents and Title V Air Permitting. Must be a hands-on professional ready for a challenge.

Perks: Nice place to raise a family; near the Ozarks.

Kelly McCarthy, Senior EHS/HR Recruiting Specialist
Professional Outlook, Inc.
Kelly@professionaloutlook.com

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