Process and Safety Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• As assigned by the EH&S Corporate Manager, will work with all Arnette Polymer personnel in a supportive role that aides in the complete execution of written plans, procedures and goals assigned by management.
• Able to receive direction both written and verbally.
• Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop staff.
• Enforces company policies and suggest improvements for safety and compliance.
• Have a good command and general working knowledge of manufacturing equipment (i.e. cooling tower fans and circulation pumps, chiller system, steam boilers, air compressors, reactors / mix tanks, and emergency shutdown procedures - particularly in the equipment ties to compliance.
• Work directly with the Maintenance Technicians on CMMS preventative maintenance & work order - particularly where linked with compliance activities.
• Have a working knowledge of the safe and effective handling for Arnette Polymer's raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
• Be able to conduct laboratory testing for the routine daily tests of products (simple titrations, Brookfield viscosity, Karl Fisher % moisture, & color as well as develop basic skills to operate gas chromatography);
• Comprehension of the following manufacturing techniques : vacuum distillation, atmospheric controls, chemical addition, filtration methods, control of exothermic reactions, and adjustment of rates of addition within the operating requirements of the equipment being used.
• Acts in a stewardship capacity for the company, works as a functional member of the team, has ability to self-direct and self-regulate workday.
• Works with the EH&S Corporate Manager to assist and administer the scheduling, verification, and participation in all environmental and safety training as required by Federal, State, County, and Local regulation as well as company policies.
• Assist with Contractor Orientation and Compliance Monitoring.
• Assist with New Employee Orientation including PSM initial training and HAZWOPER.
• Work with the Production Superintendent to verify inventory control measures through shift paperwork / batch ticket review, cycle count, and transfer documentation.
• Work with the Production Superintendent to verify daily HAZCOM, OSHA, RCRA, EPA, SPCC, SPWWW, and company requirements are properly handled and step in as lead when necessary.
• Work with Management to track and reduce waste generation and costs, track and schedule waste needs, aide in verification of proper waste handling.
• Work with the Shipping Manger to ensure DOT compliance with labels, packaging requirements and closure instructions.
• Be lead on the proper verification of Safe Work Practices permitting preparation, usage, and completion for LO / TO, Confined Space, Pipe Opening, Hot Work, and MOC's.
• Additional duties may be added or removed as management requires

Placement Criteria :

Physical Demands :

90 days on the job). Failure to complete the required training may be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including termination.