Now hiring! Senior EHS Specialist

Spartanburg, SC (On-site)

We are looking for a Senior EHS Specialist to join our Care Chemicals team in Spartanburg, SC.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Care Chemicals division is a globally leading supplier to the cosmetics, detergents and cleaning industries. We also offer solutions for technical applications and crop protection. Together with our customers, we create innovative solutions to meet the current and future needs of society more sustainably. We contribute to the long-term success of our customers’ brands with a broad range of products and concepts via our global network of production and development site.

In this role, you will support the Care Chemicals EHS NA organization for health and safety activities. You will report to the Director EHS for EM NA. You will interact with EHS experts and professionals who support BASF’s North American sites and businesses.

As a Senior EHS Specialist, you will provide occupational safety expertise by identifying and controlling the hazards of our operations. You will participate in safety risk analyses & design reviews for new and existing processes, ensuring the safe design and on-going operation of our Care Chemicals facilities, reducing the risk of accidents, injuries and illnesses.

Continually improving your technical competency in occupational safety and that of your colleagues will be demonstrated by providing expert consultation on occupational safety issues and developing and delivering specific occupational safety training content.

As a Senior EHS Specialist, you create chemistry by...

• Providing technical and regulatory expertise to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and drive continuous improvement of EHS programs.
• Promoting and reinforcing a behavior-based safety culture; supporting emergency response activities and providing EHS-related guidance and input to business and site leadership.
• Supporting and assisting with the implementation of BASF Responsible Care® Management Systems (RCMS), including programs such as Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Hot Work, Fall Protection, Line Breaking, Emergency Response, Powered Industrial Trucks, and Hazard Communication.
• Participating in incident investigations, root cause analyses, project reviews, process hazard analyses, and management of change activities.
• Ensuring all internal and external EHS reporting requirements are met and recommend improvements to data collection, reporting efficiency, and system utilization in collaboration with operations.
• Leading and/or participating in EHS work teams or task forces and collaborate with EHS colleagues on the development and implementation of site and company-wide EHS processes and initiatives.
• Serving as the designated Site Security Representative (SSR) and coordinate closely with Corporate Security.
• Developing health and safety training materials and deliver training or coaching as appropriate; facilitate the sharing of EHS programs, procedures, tools, and best practices across the organization.
• Supporting the implementation and ongoing effectiveness of environmental, health, and safety management systems, including Responsible Care® Management Systems.

If you...

• Have education in Engineering, Science or a related field. Bachelor's degree or higher is a plus.
• Possess 5 - 10 years of experience as a Safety professional or in a related manufacturing role.
• Hold a certification as a Safety Professional, Industrial Hygienist, OR demonstrated progress toward such certifications is desirable.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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