Industrial Hygienist

Global chemical company seeks an Industrial Hygienist for their Florida plant. CIH is a plus

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and manage annual Industrial Hygiene (IH) plans for the site

Perform IH activities including, but not limited to, identification, assessment and control of potential chemical, physical and biological stressors in the workplace

Manage exposure assessment data, including qualitative and quantitative exposure assessment documentation.

Ensure that occupational health practices and regulatory requirements are recognized, reviewed and implemented.

Participate in emerging issues identification, analysis and resolution

Participate as a core member of the site ESSH team in any other capacity necessary to maintain and improve ESSH programs, policies, systems and initiatives for the site or company

Own, administer, and maintain all applicable IH policies and procedures to ensure successful implementation of regulatory, company and industry standards

Administer the Exposure Assessment process, including qualitative/quantitative IH assessments, short and long-term IH initiatives in alignment with company directives and selection of proper control solutions to reduce occupational health risks

Serve as the focal point for the management of the applicable IH programs to drive integration and improvements across the facility down to the unit and department level.

Conduct compliance audits and program assessments and develop action plans to close identified gaps.

Provide expertise and assistance to work groups in developing and implementing compliance systems, programs, policies and procedures to ensure occupational exposures are adequately controlled and/or eliminated.

Review current and proposed projects to ensure IH concerns are identified and steps defined and addressed

Facilitate the approval and onboarding of new chemicals to the site with support of product stewardship

Complete required regulatory and corporate reports (e.g., SARA 312, CWC, TSCA)

Provide exposure monitoring support during emergencies, such as releases, fires, or spills

Function as Radiation Safety Officer with required state licensing

Work with onsite medical staff to maintain medical surveillance programs based on SEG requirements

Secure legal advice under necessary circumstances and act on legal advice as appropriate

Perform field inspections to provide advice and oversight of safe work practices

Act as a liaison between the facility and outside regulatory agencies

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Public Health or a closely related science/engineering field

Minimum of 7 years of experience in organic chemical industry, oil refining, industrial manufacturing and/or heavy construction environment

Demonstrated commitment to safety and health practices and standards

General safety program management with strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry related safety regulations required

Certification, training and/or working knowledge of the following: OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER, radiation safety