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Job Title


HSE Specialist


Company : Vesuvius


Location : chicago, IL


Created : 2024-10-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Vesuvius is a global leader in molten metal flow engineering and technology, primarily serving the global steel and foundry industries. We develop innovative solutions that enable our customers to increase their efficiency and productivity, enhance quality, improve safety and reduce their costs and their environmental impact. Our history spans more than 100 years, we are on six continents with more than 10,000 employees. We value diversity. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to deliver sustainable, profitable growth to provide our shareholders with a superior return on their investment, while providing our employees with a safe workplace where they are recognized, developed and properly rewarded. Purpose: Vesuvius remains committed to protecting employees by reducing and eliminating workplace hazards. The safety of our staff and visitors remains our greatest operational priority. The HSE Specialist will be a leader in the development, deployment and continuous improvement of programs and systems that support health safety, environmental excellence. This key role will take the lead to ensure the company meets or exceeds legislative, corporate and industry requirements, as well as best practice standards. Key Responsibilities: Implement EHS Policies, Programs, and Standards : Implement and enforce policies, programs, and standards to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Conduct Audits and Inspections : Regularly inspect facilities and conduct audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards. Provide Training : Educate employees on EHS policies, procedures, and best practices through training programs. Incident Investigation : Investigate and report on incidents and accidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. Regulatory Compliance : Ensure the organization complies with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations. Emergency Planning and Response : Participate in the development and implementation of emergency response plans. Risk Assessment : Assess environmental health and safety risks and advise on potential impacts to stakeholders. Record Keeping and Reporting : Maintain accurate records and prepare reports related to EHS activities. Qualifications: Associate degree or 5 years of direct safety responsibility or a combination of education and experience. Experience with SARA tier II reports, TRI Reporting, SWPPP, SPCC, Synthetic Minor Air Permitting and Haz-Waste Knowledge of current health, safety and risk management practices is essential. Proven success working in a unionized plant environment. Knowledge of environmental regulations and legislation Certified trainer for OHSA programs Certification or accreditation in a safety discipline (CRSP, CSP, CIH, etc.) preferred ISO 14001 auditor certification preferred Physical Demands: Must be able to lift to 50 pounds in weight occasionally; Must be able to sit, bend, climb stairs, walk and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to wear a respirator. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)