As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLDFrom the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.Chemours is seeking a Field Safety Technician to join our growing Operations team! This position will report directly to the Site Safety Manager at our Louisville, KY location.The Chemical Safety Lead consults, analyzes, evaluates and makes recommendations to site management regarding facility, safety, security, and fire protection strategies. Develops and leads planning and resource allocation for successful implementation of specialized and routine projects emphasizing defect eliminate. Interacts with internal and external resources to perform benchmarking to improve and expand site functional capabilities.The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide leadership, guidance, technical problem solving, training, improvement and implementation support for safety at high hazard chemical operations
Interface with all site employees, corporate resources, regulatory agencies, unit operations, and be an active member of the site leadership team
Work to improve systems, procedures, processes, individual capability and ownership around safety and process safety management
Develop systems to manage safety programs across the site
Develop and implement 1st and 2nd party safety audit program
Participate in/facilitate incident investigations as required
Serve as subject matter expert and site standard owner for Lock, Tag, and Try, Confined Space Entry, Line and Equipment Break, Fall Protection, Ladder and Scaffold Safety as well as other workplace safety elements.
Review regulatory briefs when related to EHS and anticipate impact
Serve as Process Safety Management Element Lead for Safe Work Practices and Hot Work
Active participant of Site Safety Committee
Manage site reward and recognition programs along with HR and Site Services Unit Manager
The following is required for this role:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
5+ years of work experience in a safety or occupational health related field Or Bachelor’s degree in an EHS (i.e. Safety Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, etc.) or engineering oriented discipline
Knowledge of high hazard chemical or process safety management regulated facilities
Industrial manufacturing knowledge/experience
Sound technical and regulatory based safety and process safety management knowledge, including knowledge of regulations, laws, and standards (specifically OSHA and PSM Regulations)
Ability to anticipate, plan, develop, implement, audit, and improve sustainable systems and processes in the EHS field
Strong problem solving and technical skills, with emphasis on safety
Eager to learn from, support, and coach all levels of the organization
Ability to work independently or in a team environment as the situation requires
Ability to network and work cross-functionally with Operations, Technology, Maintenance, and Training organizations
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, self-starter who can work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.
Strong multi-task/organization skills
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft office i.e. spreadsheets, PowerPoint)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
The following is preferred for this role:
Bachelors degree
Experience leading EHS improvement in complex, chemical or high hazard operations – including Emergency Response, and PSM leadership
Current professional certification – PE, CHMM, CSP, CPP, etc.
Proficiency with analytical tools to help gather and analyze data
Six Sigma or Lean Continuous Improvement Certification
Experience working in a union environment
Benefits:Competitive CompensationComprehensive Benefits Packages401(k) MatchEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsLearning and Development OpportunitiesStrong Inclusion and Diversity InitiativesCompany-paid Volunteer DaysWe’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® .Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. (https://www.chemours.com/en/careers)Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.Chemours is an E-Verify employerCandidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodationImmigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this positionIn our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.Pay Range (in local currency):$105,280.00 - $164,500.00Chemours Level:26Annual Bonus Target:11%The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."A new company. A new purpose. A new commitment to customers and chemistry. We are Chemours. And even more exciting is how our employees are committed to be catalysts for better. The word “ours” is in our name intentionally. It is about our employees, our customers and our world. Our values are simple: We seek to put our customers first always. We encourage creativity and simplicity. We give you the ability to operate with the innovation and enthusiasm of an entrepreneur. We are obsessed with making our world safe and we do this all with unshakable integrity – doing what is right. See chemistry in a different way at Chemours.PLEASE USE A WEB BROWSER OTHER THAN INTERNET EXPLORER IF YOU ENCOUNTER ISSUES (CHROME, FIREFOX, SAFARI, ETC.)
