Current Chemicals · 4 days ago
Environmental Health Safety Specialist
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCurrent Chemicals is focused on achieving best-in-class Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) performance at their manufacturing facility. The Site EHS Specialist will lead compliance efforts, promote a proactive safety culture, and collaborate with various teams to drive continuous improvement in EHS functions.
Chemicals
Hiring Manager
Tiffany Aquila
Responsibilities
Conduct regular EHS inspections, identify and resolve issues, and ensure corrective actions are completed. Enter and track all findings through the PowerSuite audit tracking system
Manage compliance programs covering SPCC, hazardous waste, landfill, wastewater, stormwater, and air permitting
Conduct required environmental training for all facility employees and contractors, including hazardous waste, stormwater, air, and SPCC programs; assist with health and safety (H&S) training as needed
Collect, analyze, and manage all required environmental samples (wastewater, stormwater, hazardous waste, etc.)
Oversee preparation of shipping papers and documentation for waste, scrap, and hazardous materials
Operate and supervise the Wastewater Treatment Facility and Chemical Process Control Laboratory, ensuring discharges consistently maintain at least 50% below permitted limits
Maintain accurate records and prepare required reports for regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders
Ensure full compliance with regulatory and company requirements related to air quality, hazardous waste, chemical storage, stormwater, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and employee health and safety training
Partner with manufacturing operations to reduce accidents and injuries and promote a proactive safety culture
Lead safety committees, develop preventative programs, and drive employee engagement in safety initiatives
Apply ergonomic and human factor principles to improve workstation design and reduce risk of injury
Lead EHS Management of Change (MOC) processes for new equipment, processes, and materials
Serve as the primary site contact for local, state, and federal agency interactions, including inspections and reporting
Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and internal corporate EHS teams
Ensure employee EHS concerns are addressed promptly and effectively
Lead or support EHS self-assessments, risk reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, or a related discipline
Minimum of 2 years' experience leading environmental and safety compliance programs in a manufacturing environment
Must hold, or be able to obtain within one year of hire, a Physical/Chemical Wastewater Operator Certification
Proven track record of EHS leadership in a cross-functional manufacturing setting
Strong understanding of EHS regulations and Current Chemicals' environmental and safety standards
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerSuite, Maximo, and related EHS software platforms
Demonstrated Lean manufacturing mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and operate mobile equipment
Must hold a valid motor vehicle license
Ability to perform technical and chemical analyses using drawings, schematics, statistics, and laboratory tools
Some travel may be required
Preferred
Formal health and safety or environmental certification
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate long-term vision into actionable goals
Company
Current Chemicals
Current Chemicals, a division of Current, is a specialty materials manufacturer that performs contract chemical manufacturing, piloting, and development work for customers' materials and formulations in diverse markets.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase