Sr. ESSH Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance 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 cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact.

We are seeking a Senior ESSH Manager to lead Environmental Safety Security and Health (ESSH) programs at the Pensacola Florida site. This role drives best-in-class environmental health safety security emergency response and medical programs. The manager will set direction coordinate with other Ascend sites and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

• Partner with the company ESSH team to establish and implement ESSH strategy across Ascend.
• Develop a multi-year ESSH strategy for the facility aligned with company objectives driving Commitment to Zero injuries and releases.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships and position the ESSH team as a key contributor to success.
• Implement performance metrics and rhythms to drive results.
• Develop a capable ESSH team that partners effectively across the facility and leads ESSH programs.
• Foster a culture of ESSH excellence leadership commitment and employee engagement.
• Promote continuous learning skill development and process improvement to enhance ESSH performance.

RESPONSIBILITES

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement sustainable ESSH policies and programs aligned with company objectives.
• Lead organizational change initiatives in partnership with the Site Leadership Team.
• Set objectives manage personnel and drive improvements in ESSH programs.
• Provide leadership in Process Safety Management (PSM) and ensure alignment with regulatory standards.

Operational Excellence

• Lead incident prevention efforts root cause analysis and behavioral safety initiatives.
• Develop and track metrics to drive continuous improvement and compliance.
• Maintain and support site VPP Star status including OSHA audit coordination.
• Oversee the Facility Security Plan and on-site contract security management.
• Manage corrective actions and track progress for ESSH recommendations.

Collaboration and Influence

• Build cross-functional relationships with Operations Engineering Maintenance and Training teams.
• Influence without authority solving problems and driving solutions across teams.
• Participate in cross-site ESSH initiatives and share best practices.
• Provide feedback on long-range plans for air compliance issues.

Training and Development

• Manage the site ESSH team fostering skill development and high performance.
• Develop the ESSH team providing continuous feedback and growth opportunities.
• Promote employee and contractor engagement through ESSH education and awareness programs.
• Drive knowledge sharing and development of ESSH management systems.

TEAM AND INTERACTIONS

• Reports to: ESSH Director Chemical Operations and Process Safety (direct) and Site Director (indirect)
• Direct reports: Site ESSH Team
• Peers: Site Leadership Team (SLT) Site ESSH Leaders Product Stewardship and ESSH Program Manager

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in occupational health & safety engineering science or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of ESSH experience within the chemical pharmaceutical petrochemical or oil & gas industry.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in ESSH leadership roles with management of direct reports.
• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Broad level of experience in safety and environmental aspects is preferred.
• Operations or project management leadership experience preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong understanding of environmental health and safety standards.
• Proven leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent communication organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to influence and inspire across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in developing and executing strategic plans.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Competency with MS Office products.

DESIRED SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Training as a Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) Facility Security Officer (FSO).
• Experience with Environmental Management Systems and ACC RCMS or RC-14001 standards.
• Knowledge of incident investigation techniques (e.g. Cause Mapping 5 Whys FMEA).

At Ascend Performance Materials we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party 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 privately-held 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 on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters an employee-driven 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.

Customer-focused. 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.