PQ Corporation

EHS Liaison

PQ Corporation • $70K — $95K *
Chester, PA 19013In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • University degree in engineering, environment, or science.
  • 5+ years of experience in EHS within a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
  • Familiarity with ISO14001, RC14001, ISO45001, ISO5001 or Responsible Care® standards.
  • Proven ability to drive change and improve EHS performance in an organization.
  • Skilled in problem-solving complex EHS issues from a global perspective.
  • Effective at providing technical information to non-technical parties.

Responsibilities

  • Manage EHS projects and technical problem-solving.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies on compliance matters.
  • Monitor and track regulatory requirements affecting the organization.
  • Analyze permit conditions and guide operating units accordingly.
  • Prepare and maintain a compliance calendar to ensure timely follow-ups.
  • Conduct inspections to enforce compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Investigate incidents and recommend actions to prevent future occurrences.

Benefits

  • Work in a 24/7 chemical manufacturing plant environment.
  • Engage in both fieldwork (15%) and office work (75%).
  • Opportunity to influence and teach diverse teams.
  • Independent and self-motivated role with travel as needed.
  • Participation in industry meetings for professional growth.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

  • Provide EHS project management support on EHS matters including negotiating strategies, technical problem solving, responses to written correspondence & inquiries, compliance inspections and regulatory interpretations.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies and legal on matters related to reporting, investigating compliance concerns and project management.
  • Monitor and establish regulatory requirements and track changes affecting PQ (Federal, State, Local).
  • Analyze and interpret permit conditions and provides guidance to operating units and to the EHS team.
  • Provide a detailed compliance calendar including follow-up.
  • Provide support in the management of the EHS Management System and ensures adherence to EHS Corporate requirements.
  • Conduct field and site inspections to enforce adherence to laws, regulations and employer policies governing occupational safety and environmental compliance including hazardous and non-hazardous waste area inspections, spill prevention inspections, PCB surveys, landfill assessments, waste profiles & characterizations, and other requirements.
  • Ensure the collection (such as monthly storm water sampling) of required data for submission to satisfy environmental permits and reporting requirements (air, water, land). Must be able to interpret the technical information.
    • Prepare reports for use by company personnel and regulatory agencies including all required EHS reports for EPCRA, SARA, Title V, NPDES, etc.
    • Analyze and interpret reports from consultants and make recommendations for additional testing and fieldwork.
  • Participate in company audits including PQP, RC/ISO, and EHS Compliance.
  • Analyze the work environment, develop and maintain programs designed to control, eliminate, and prevent occupational disease and/or injury and/or environmental harm caused by physical, chemical, biological agents or ergonomic factors. Must be able to align these with the organization's requirements in order to maintain consistency.
  • Develop and deliver regulatory required training related to health, safety, and environment.
  • Provide technical support to front line leadership on matters related to safety, health and environmental compliance.
  • Investigate incidents and non-compliance events to determine contributing factors and recommend remedial action to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Conduct EHS reviews of capital projects and work with engineering & plant management on solutions to EHS issues.
  • Participate in industry association meetings as needed.
  • Responsibilities for the department budget
  • Additional responsibilities and changes in responsibilities may be made at the discretion of the EHS Director.


Qualifications

Required Skills:
  • University degree in engineering, environment or science.
  • At least 5years EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of federal, provincial, state and local EHS regulations.
  • Knowledge of ISO14001, RC14001, ISO45001, ISO5001 or Responsible Care®.
  • Must be proficient in serving as a change agent within the operating environment and working with the organization/management to improve EHS performance.
  • Ability to address and solve complex EHS issues from a global perspective.
  • Ability to provide flexible judgement and solutions to concerns and/or opportunities.
  • Must be an independent, self-motivated individual with the ability to multi task and administer a broad range of duties including resolving complaints, counseling employees and providing technical interpretation of policies and procedures.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret regulations, professional journals, technical procedures and technical results.
  • Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel; knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols and/or procedures.
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment and influence / motivate diverse teams to achieve a unified goal.
  • Ability to coach, teach, counsel, and be comfortable speaking to groups. Must be able to work independently without day-to-day supervision.
  • Ability to perform physical inspections of all work areas.
  • Ability to travel as necessary.


Additional Information

Special Factors
  • Work environment - This role is based in chemical manufacturing plant that typically operates 24/7
    • In the field, boots on the ground at the home site expected daily 15%
    • Office Work 75%
    • Other 10%
  • Travel is required as needed. Must be available to travel on short notice

EHS Responsibilities
  • Communicates, promotes and personally demonstrates Safety/Health (including PQP Principles) as #1 priority
  • Participation in risk assessment audits as applicable
  • Understand PQ Principles (PQP) and how they are implemented in the site organization, rules and procedures
  • Completes HSE training requirements identified for the job in a timely manner

About PQ Corporation

PQ Corporation is a global provider of specialty catalysts, materials, and chemicals. The company operates in two segments: Performance Materials and Chemicals & Catalysts. The Performance Materials segment provides silica-based products for a variety of applications, including coatings, adhesives, and sealants. The Chemicals & Catalysts segment provides catalysts, specialty chemicals, and other products for the petrochemical, refining, and other industries. PQ Corporation is committed to sustainability and operates in an environmentally responsible manner. The company has operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
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Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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