Now Hiring! Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist (ECT-Chemetall)

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF/Chemetall, is the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide. At BASF/Chemetall, we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming.  

The chemical treatment of metal surfaces is BASF/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.

We are looking for a Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist to join our EHS team in New Providence, NJ. 

The EHS Specialist will be accountable to support the EHS programs at the New Providence, NJ facility and will report to the sites EHS Manager. 

The basis of the BASF EHS initiative includes the preparation of Hazard Identification Risk Assessments (HIRA), Standard Operating Procedures and Training. The accountabilities include, but are not limited to, hazardous incident identification and management, EHS training, audits and inspections, SOP preparation, hazard communication, MOC, work permits, PPE evaluation, emergency response, process safety and environmental protection. Influence is a critical core competency to the success of this role. 

As a Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist (ECT-Chemetall), you create chemistry by...

Be responsible for supporting the site EHS Manager in the following activities:

Responsible Care Initiatives

Organizational Activities
•    Support the site manager in maintaining site action tracking.
•    Manage contractor pre-qualification and time on site.
•    Assist with document control for EHS and the site.
•    Regularly check compliance with the site’s legal permits.
•    Support incident management and incident investigation activities.

Occupational Safety Activities
•    Perform hazard identification and risk assessments.
•    Review, maintain, and actively participate in the Safe Work Permit system.

Environmental Activities
•    Waste management

If you have...

•    Bachelor’s Degree - Safety, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or a related technical degree or equivalent education and experience.
•    1-3 years of experience working in EHS. (i.e. GHS, OSHA, RCRA, SARA 312 & 313, 40 CFR)
•    CIH, CSP, CHMM, OSHA Certified desirable but not required.
•    Demonstrated knowledge and application of the Responsible Care principles and ISO 14001.
•    Ability to work with minimal level of guidance & supervision and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
•    First Aid and CPR trained.
•    Ability to independently learn and understand technical, regulatory and external issues regarding Safety, Health and Environment.
•    Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
•    Effective decision-making abilities.
•    Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of management.
•    Ability to utilize common workplace and database software. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, etc.)
•    Ability to work at the highest levels of integrity.
•    Ability to travel - 10%

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $65,000-$75,000. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.