Specialist, Environmental & Emergency Response

Job Type: Location Type: Not Specified

 

Company:
Specialty Resins

Job Description:
Health, Safety, Environmental & Security (HSES) Specialist

We’re seeking a proactive and hands-on HSES Specialist to lead health, safety, environmental, and emergency response initiatives at our manufacturing site. In this highly visible role, you’ll partner with operations and leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen safety culture, and protect our people, community, and environment.

You’ll also serve as the site’s Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC)-a critical leadership role ensuring readiness and effective response to incidents and emergencies.

What You’ll Do

Lead Safety & Compliance Programs

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSES programs to meet corporate and regulatory requirements
• Monitor site operations and recommend improvements to enhance safety, environmental performance, and efficiency
• Maintain awareness of emerging regulations and translate them into site action plans

Emergency Response Leadership

• Serve as site Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC)
• Maintain and execute emergency response plans in alignment with corporate standards
• Coordinate drills, training, and readiness activities

Environmental & Regulatory Stewardship

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental permits and regulations
• Coordinate environmental monitoring and testing programs
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports

Incident Prevention & Investigation

• Establish accountability systems to ensure incidents are reported and investigated
• Partner with supervisors to implement corrective and preventive actions
• Drive continuous improvement in safety practices

Training & Engagement

• Develop and deliver HSES training programs
• Coordinate respiratory protection and fit-testing programs
• Promote a strong safety culture through coaching and collaboration

Cross-Functional & External Collaboration

• Liaise with regulatory agencies and emergency mutual-aid partners
• Coordinate HSES equipment and maintenance needs with site teams
• Support leadership with HSES reporting and performance insights

What You Bring

Required Experience

• HS diploma required
• 5+ years in chemical manufacturing, process operations, or HSE/safety role
• Emergency response experience (e.g., responder, firefighter, EMT, or industrial emergency team)
• Knowledge of U.S. safety and environmental regulations in manufacturing

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong project and priority management in fast-paced environments
• Ability to influence and collaborate across departments
• Excellent communication with technical and business stakeholders
• Analytical problem-solving and process troubleshooting ability
• Highly organized, adaptable, and action-oriented

Preferred

• Experience in multinational or global manufacturing environments
• Familiarity working with Japanese-headquartered organizations