Safety Specialist

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in highperformance chemicals fibers and plastics committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America Europe and Asia we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles cleaner energy advanced medical devices and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety sustainability and customer success we operate responsibly while delivering value through cuttingedge technologies and industry expertise. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact.

Ascend is currently seeking a talented individual to be a part of our Environmental Safety Security and Health (ESSH) team at our Pensacola Plant located in Cantonment FL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the site to drive to achieve bestinclass occupational safety performance while maintaining compliance with applicable OSHA safety regulations.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

The Safety Specialist is responsible for comprehensive safety activities with an understanding of OSHA standards for general industry data analysis and reporting of ESSH data to key stakeholders. The position works in conjunction with the Safety/IH/Medical Service Manager to develop implement and monitor programs for all safety standards systems and work processes. The Safety Specialists creates value by facilitating risk assessments and works with our employees to develop solutions to mitigate or eliminate risks that meet or exceed regulatory company and industry standards.

• Assist the manager Safety/IH/Medical Services with tasks to assure compliance and reduce the risk of incidents
• Works closely with his/her manager and team to deliver and maintain VPP status
• 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 and/or company

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies and corrects unsafe behaviors or conditions when observed
• Perform safety housekeeping audits as directed/needed
• Act as the incident data management lead to analyze and report out key ESSH statistics
• Perform LOTO fall protection confined space entry permit etc. audits as directed/needed
• Assist with PreStart Up Safety Reviews (PSSRs) as needed
• Coach mentor audit and train to the sites Hazard Recognition Plus (HRP) risk mitigation process
• Learn and become an HRP coach perform HRP audits and coach at every opportunity
• Deliver safety related training for new hires and current site employees as required
• Support with reviewing and updating documents controlled by the Safety department (procedures forms etc.

REPORTS TO

Site Safety/Industrial Hygiene/Medical Services Manager

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science degree in safety related field
• Minimum of two 2 years of experience in organic chemical industry oil refining industrial manufacturing and/or heavy construction environment working as a degreed safety specialist
• 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

DESIRED CERTIFICATION

• Should have a desire and be in position to eventually obtain the CSP designation

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of OSHA Regulations to include (confined space LOTO Recordability fall protection NFPA 70E etc.
• Proactive leadership and teambuilding skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization including contractors
• Working knowledge of incident investigation and analysis tools (Cause Mapping 5Whys FMEA etc.
• Solid interpersonal influential coaching facilitation and organizational skills with excellent verbal and written communication capabilities
• Ability and willingness to effectively lead change influence others and gain commitment to new ways of performing work with all levels in the organization
• Demonstrated ability to enhance employee engagement in safety programs
• Must be selfmotivated well organized and able to manage multiple initiatives to successful completion
• Strong computer skills are required including sound proficiency with MS Office products

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Previous experience with OSHA VPP
• Previous experience with Decision Point HRP process
• Previous experience with SAP J5 and/or SharePoint is a plus
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and Continuous Improvement tools

At Ascend Performance Materials we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from thirdparty recruiters search firms or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

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About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privatelyheld company our people do big things and make big decisions often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big meaningful waysall within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 66 value chain creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone everywhere every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to onsite medical clinics at our U.S. facilities a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters an employeedriven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation led by Ascend employees supports Ascend families in times of need provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customerfocused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesnt only apply to the marketplace it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E our continuous improvement program guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. Youll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesnt mean simply working quickly it means critical thinking creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We dont accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments sites and geography. This means you wont be boxed into a single role at Ascend you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex national origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status citizenship genetic information or other protected status under federal state or local laws.