Sr EHS Coordinator Job Paris area,Kentucky USA,Engineering

Avantor is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr EHS Coordinator to collaboratively support Environment, Health, Safety, Security, and Sustainability (EHS&S) programs within our chemical manufacturing site in Paris, KY! This is a full‑time, onsite role based in Paris, KY. Open to candidates who are willing to commute or relocate to Paris or the surrounding areas.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree is required;
Related technical discipline is highly preferred (e.g., Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene).

Experience:

3–5+ years of progressive EHS experience within chemical manufacturing, broader manufacturing environments, or other high‑risk industries.

Core Skills &

Competencies:

Demonstrates solid decision‑making skills to evaluate EHS risks and recommend practical solutions
Ability to identify hazards, perform risk assessments, and support corrective actions
Must have a strong working knowledge of operational and technical issues, including applicable regulatory standards
Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations with the ability to interpret and implement requirements
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and influence, both verbally and in writing
Well‑developed organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects, coordinate tasks, and consistently meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

24‑hour or 40‑hour HAZWOPER First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Process Safety Management (PSM) experience
Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) certification

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance &

Risk Management:

Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.)
Lead comprehensive risk assessments with a focus on identifying and mitigating process hazards and repetitive risks
Assist with development of site risk register and drive corrective actions through root cause analysis and prioritization
Conduct regular audits, inspections, and incident investigations with a focus on systemic risk reduction
Demonstrate initiative and accountability in managing assigned EHS programs or tasks

Training & Culture Building:

Design and deliver targeted training programs on risk awareness, PSM, and JHA best practices
Partner to lead site‑wide safety campaigns and employee engagement efforts to foster a proactive safety culture
Serve as a technical resource for hazard identification, PPE assessments, and safe work procedures
Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to recommend and implement process improvements

Environmental Stewardship:

Support environmental compliance activities for air, wastewater, waste management, groundwater, and stormwater programs, SPCC, CERCLA, and community right‑to‑know requirements
Assist with maintaining environmental permits and help prepare and submit required regulatory reports in a timely manner

Emergency Preparedness:

Coordinate emergency response planning and support alignment with internal teams and external agencies to ensure effective preparedness and response capabilities
Maintain HAZWOPER certification and actively participate in emergency response efforts, ensuring readiness for chemical spill or exposure incidents
Perform post‑incident analysis to identify root causes and drive continuous improvement efforts

Cross‑Functional

Collaboration:

Partner with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Quality departments to integrate EHS into daily operations and capital projects
Support contractor safety programs and ensure alignment with site protocols

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions):

Office environment:
Constant sitting while using the computer. Constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents.…