Senior EH&S Specialist
About the Company
Headquartered in West Sacramento, Origin Materials is the world's leading carbon negative materials company. Origin’s mission is to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials. Over the past 10 years, Origin has developed a platform for turning the carbon found in non-food biomass into useful materials, while capturing carbon in the process. Origin’s patented drop-in core technology, economics and carbon impact have been validated by trusted third parties and are supported by a growing list of major global customers and investors. Origin’s first plant is expected to be operational in 2022 with a second, full-scale commercial plant expected to be operational by 2025 and plans for additional expansion over the next decade. For more information, visit www.originmaterials.com.
Our People
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. When you take a job at Origin, you do more than switch companies or advance your career. You become part of the Origin community: an inclusive group of hardworking, uniquely talented people who drive innovation.
Benefits and Perks
You will work with great people. You will be joining a close-knit group of A+ players who like to hustle, create, and work hard because we believe in Origin’s mission: to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials.
You will make a difference. We’re working on big things, so every person has the opportunity to make an impact.
You will grow. There are endless opportunities at Origin to learn and improve. You’ll be surrounded by great minds and presented with big challenges. And you and your teammates will push one another to overcome those challenges.
You will enjoy excellent benefits. We offer a wide range of insurance including Medical and Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life, as well as a 401k, EAP, and generous leave.
You will have flexibility. We don’t believe in one size fits all when it comes to work location and schedule. We care about safety and efficiency so work where and when you are at your best. Also, we recognize our team works hard so we want you to take time off when you need it. That’s why we have a flexible time off policy.
About the Position
For the Sr. EH&S Specialist, providing for the safety of Origin’s employees isn’t a job — it’s a calling. Because Origin is bringing a new chemical technology into the world, the proper labeling, handling, and management of materials is paramount, as is the training of Origin’s staff in techniques that minimize risk to life and the environment. The right person for this role is meticulous with details and an evangelist when it comes to the big picture — protecting people from harm.
You will be responsible for:
- Managing all EH&S programs and processes at the West Sacramento location
- Leading all EH&S regulatory compliance, including preparing and filing regulatory reports, maintaining permits (construction and operation), and coordinating inspections with local, state, and federal agencies
- California CUPA
- Coordinating hazardous waste shipments with third parties and maintaining records according to DTSC requirements
- Ensuring sites are compliant with all CUPA requirements (e.g., hazardous waste management for LQG’s, HMBP)
- OSHA
- Managing the Hazard Communication Program
- Advising on the Chemical Hygiene Plan
- Leading and promoting worker safety (e.g. Respirator Fit tests, PPE, JHA’s)
- Managing medical monitoring/surveillance for the workforce
- Tracking incidents and recordables, and managing the root cause investigation process
- Ensuring the sites are compliant with all OSHA requirements
- Performing monthly safety equipment inspection (fume hoods, AED, etc..) and safety audits of work areas
- Permitting
- Maintaining current environmental operating (e.g. air) permits and exception list
- Managing construction permits
- Acting as the company technical expert on EH&S issues
- Advisement to the local technical team in the areas of safety gaps, analysis of regulations and internal safety culture, presenting solution proposals to technical teams, and implementation of guidelines
- Enhancing employee safety through education, empathy for their challenges, and the continual process of safety improvement
- Conducting New Hire and refresher EH&S training
- Managing/coordinating safety meetings and incident root cause analysis
- Supporting the shipment of hazardous materials samples in accordance with IATA/DOT regulations
About You
You:
- Like to focus on the details
- Are able to identify and resolve safety problems
- Bring fresh ideas
- Can work both independently and collaboratively
- Can communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical employees
- Think critically and have excellent problem-solving skills
- Can run an effective meeting
Your Experience:
Have to Have it:
- Knowledgeable in California and Federal regulations (CUPA, OSHA, DOT, IATA, etc.) for handling and shipping chemicals
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in an EH&S capacity in petro/chemical industry (California preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree
- Training Experience
- Experience creating and implementing EH&S programs
- Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 25 pounds
Bonus:
- Chemical hazards knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of required safety equipment, and its proper usage
- Lab, pilot facility experience
- Knowledge of Canadian EH&S rules and regulations
- ASP, CSP, CHST or other safety certification