Johnson Matthey Process Technologies Inc. Looking for Health & Safety Specialist at Savannah, Missouri Full Time

Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

Catalyst Technologies (CT) is a market leader in the syngas value chain. It develops and supplies high-value, specialty process technology and catalysts for chemicals and fuels processing to enable our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. With CT at the forefront of the transition to sustainable chemicals and fuels, the transition to net zero is creating exciting new opportunities in this sector.

This position is responsible for conducting, maintaining, evaluating, and coordinating Environmental, Health, Safety and Emergency Response activities in support of operations at our Catalyst Technologies Savannah Site.  It supports CT’s efforts to prevent non-conformances, deviations, or violations, and maintain compliance with all State, Federal, and Local regulations including, but not limited to OSHA and EPA, while using guidance documents from NIOSH, ACGIH, NFPA, JM Corporate Health and Safety policies and industry standards as applicable. The incumbent performs a variety of program management, regulatory and legal record management along with other duties for the EHS department.  The role will also engage with and support the site employee based Central Safety Committee.

Your responsibilities:

The EHS Specialist role will be a demanding position and the successful candidate will be required to take a lead in many EHS activities whist maintaining the day-to-day requirements of the role, therefore an ability plan and organise workloads and effectively multitask is needed.

• Manage daily EHS issues and tasks to support site needs.
• Maintain and further develop site’s health and safety programs and lifesaving policies. This includes safety systems of work, permit to work, Confined space, control of hazardous energy (LOTO), Work at Height, etc.
• To provide advice, support and coaching to site. To deal with day-to-day EHS related operational issues, e.g. risk assessments and responding to general queries.
• To support the creation, implementation and delivery of the EHS plan and EHS Improvement Programs.
• Participates in Risk Assessments with all departments to determine the potential hazards of new and existing processes and projects (capital projects and others) and ensure that all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations, along with industry standards (ANSI, NFPA, ACGIH) are investigated and communicated Assist with the preparations and management of the site emergency planning arrangements.
• To lead and carry out incident investigations with Root Cause Analysis as required.  Training of other employees in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Undertake workplace inspections, Safe System of Work audits and behavioural observations to ensure correct practices are adhered to.
• Undertake internal audits in line with international standards
• Provide general EHS support and input to process safety programs such as HAZOP, LOPA, PHAs, Human Factor Analysis, etc.
• Support the continued development of EHS policies and procedures.
• Deliver EHS training to contractors/visitors/new hires/and employees through a variety of media (remote, in person, web-based training).
• Maintain and respond to requests for records from customers for safety program conformance. Coordinates the Behavioural Based Safety Program in accordance with guidance provided through Regional and Corporate EH&S.
• Coordinates and Implements Ergonomics Program.
• Supports Industrial Hygiene and Chemical Hygiene Programs
• May perform other EHS duties as assigned
• The role may work across all EHS activity areas; or may specialise within an EHS sub-discipline i.e. Environment, Health or Safety at an entry level.
• Health: specific tasks could include: supporting health and welfare promoting programs; supporting attendance and return to work strategies; supporting on matters relating to occupational health.
• Safety:  specific tasks could include: monitoring and reporting on site safety plans e.g. for evacuations, and response to injuries; supporting behavioural safety initiatives; supporting technical and process safety issues; and supporting reducing risk to chemical exposure.

Requirements for the role:

• Basic day to day decision making authority, however the EHS Specialist will occasionally deputise for the EHS Manager where appropriate.
• EHS safety certifications such as CSP, ASP, CIH, CHMM, OSHA 501, or similar qualification or ability to readily achieve such qualification.
• Understanding of Federal, State, Local Safety Regulations and Consensus Standards
• Working knowledge of ISO14001 desirable
• Auditing experience desirable
• Science/Engineering degree or other relevant qualifications or equivalent experience
• Ability to learn and follow procedures
• Confidence using relevant IT such as Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, Enablon
• Experience of Confined Space Entry Permits and General Permit To Work desirable

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift- based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

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How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online.  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

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