EHS Specialist

Company Overview

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Inc. is the global leader in thermoset resins. Through a broad range of thermoset technologies and specialty products, Hexion serves and supports customers in a diverse range of applications and industries. Hexion materials are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living. At Hexion, we believe that leadership begins with integrity, ethics and environmentally sound operations.

When you work for Hexion, you are partnering with a company that is not only focused on delivering value but on doing it in a safe, ethical and environmentally responsible manner.

EHS Role for Chemical Manufacturing

Main work location:
St Romuald, QC

Part time support for:
Moreau, NY

Position Title:

EHS Field Specialist

Supervisor:
Site Leader

Position Type/Term:
Full-time 40 hours/week Monday to Friday (On-Call)

This role provides Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) coverage for 2 chemical manufacturing sites. The goal is to ensure compliance with all relevant EHS regulations, maintain a safe working environment, and minimize environmental during fluctuating volumes, changing processes and engineering improvements.

Providing comprehensive EHS services including conducting EHS audits and inspections, developing and implementing EHS management systems, providing EHS training for employees, monitoring and reporting on EHS performance, managing hazardous materials and waste, and ensuring compliance with local, provincial, and federal EHS regulations. Additionally, the scope includes daily monitoring and follow-up of EHS activities at site, regular communication with site management to address EHS issues promptly, and documentation and reporting of daily EHS activities and incidents.

This includes implementing corporate EHS directives and initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate EHS policies and goals, and coordinating with corporate EHS teams to execute company-wide EHS programs.

• On-Site, Field safety role. During daily inspections, conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analyses specific to chemical processes and operations
• Identify potential exposure to toxic substances, fire risks, and equipment-related hazards.
• Supporting the Process Safety Management team.
• Permit-to-Work Systems:
  Ensure safe execution of high-risk tasks like confined space entry or hot work.
• Behavioral Safety:
  Promote safe behaviors through coaching and observation programs.

• Manage environmental testing, monitoring and sampling.
• Prepare and submit environmental reports (e.g., NPRI, GHG, IQEA, annual approval report).
• Responsible for implementation of environmental approval; maintain documentation and liaise with regulatory agencies.
• Responsible for environmental training and promoting environmental awareness across the site.
• Ensure adherence to local, provincial, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving legislation and standards.

• Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Document findings, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

• Develop and deliver training programs on chemical handling, PPE usage, emergency response, and safe work practices.
• Oversee safety inductions for new employees and contractors.

• Create and test emergency response plans for chemical spills, fires, and explosions.
• Coordinate drills and ensure readiness of first aid and firefighting equipment.

• Monitor air and water quality, waste disposal, and emissions.
• Work with vendors on improving waste management & reduction.

• Perform routine inspections of equipment, storage areas, and work practices.
• Ensure proper labeling, containment, and handling of hazardous materials.

• Draft and update HSE policies tailored to chemical plant operations.
• Collaborate with management to embed safety culture across departments.

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