Environmental Specialist

Formosa Plastics

$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-10 years of OCS and environmental experience in a chemical/petrochemical plant preferred.
  • OCS program implementation experience is required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and database programs.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and curious individual.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent with significant related experience, Bachelor’s preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate implementation and maintenance of the OCS program at the facility.
  • Develop and implement environmental compliance programs for operational units.
  • Coach and enhance team members' environmental competency.
  • Provide regulatory support and determine maintenance needs for operations.
  • Execute tasks while minimizing environmental impact in compliance with regulations.
  • Promote facility cleanliness through Total House Keeping Maintenance and related programs.

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • 10 paid holidays and paid time off for balance in life.
  • FlexTime availability.
Full Job Description
I. POSITION OBJECTIVE
This position will be primarily responsible for all Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) matters at the FPC-TX facility while also leading regulatory projects, tracking & implementation of emerging rules, regulations and environmental technologies, providing guidance, and maintaining compliance with existing, modified and new State and Federal environmental regulations as well as corporate environmental policies and procedures at FPC-TX. This role will require several interdisciplinary responsibilities, between EHS experience, fieldwork, as well as technical knowledge of a chemical plant and its processes. Operation Clean Sweep is a commitment that touches on all aspects of the company, and is a critical part of Formosa's goals as they relate to the environment, health, and safety. The person for this role should be motivated in completing work to the means of this goal, integrating leadership skills and organizational proficiency, utilizing past experience and field-based knowledge to solidify and promote OCS as an integral part of operations of the plant. Performs routine engineering tasks using standard procedures including regular inspections of the facility as well as reporting services as needed.

II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
OCS Implementation and Oversight: Facilitate implementation of the OCS program and policy at the site by working with Operations to implement and maintain the program. Independently summarize and present OCS information on a quarterly basis.
Environmental Compliance: Independently develop and implement Environmental programs that provide a method of compliance for the operating units individually and the facility as a whole, including compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company safety, health and security programs and practices in line with corporate and site goals/objectives.
Leadership and Development: Coach and lead individual team members and groups for continued development of Environmental Competency throughout the organization.
Initiate Action and Function as the Critical Liaison: Determine maintenance, operations and other support needs through interaction and provide regulatory interpretation/support to meet corporate objectives/goals. Facilitate regulatory compliance through implementation of training, policies/procedures, environmental evaluation of compliance as applicable and provide execution/assistance for special projects as needed.
Environmental Stewardship: Execute assigned responsibilities, activities, and tasks in a manner protective of the environment so as to prevent/minimize environmental releases/emissions/issues, in line with corporate and site goals/objectives and regulatory requirements.
THM: Promote cleanliness and order through the implementation of the Total House Keeping Maintenance program. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.

III. QUALIFICATIONS
A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA
1. Previous Related Experience Required
6 -10 years of experience in OCS and environmental experience in a chemical/ petrochemical plant preferred. OCS program implementation experience required.

2. Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, power point and database programs.
• Ability to operate various office equipment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, curious and eager to learn
• High attention to detail
• Willingness to be accountable for areas of responsibility

3. Education
High school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 10 years of direct job-related experience required. Bachelor's degree with 6 years of direct job-related experience preferred. Associates degree with 8 years of direct job-related experience.

4. Other Certification/Training Required
• Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire.
• Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements
for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan.
• TWIC required.
• Annual OCS seminar attendance required.

Check Out Our Benefits

Health Coverage and Perks

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Group Term Life, Dependent and
Supplemental Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off for a balanced life
(Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)

FlexTime Available

Competitive Compensation

Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match,
Cash Balance, Pension Plan

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Formosa Plastics

More Energy & Utilities Jobs

Find similar Environmental Specialist jobs: