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Momentive Performance Materials Inc. Industrial Hygiene Engineer-Health & Safety in Friendly, West Virginia
Job Title: Industrial Hygiene Engineer-Health & Safety
Summary:Join Our Team as an Industrial Hygiene Engineer-Health Safety!
At Momentive, we're dedicated to the well-being of our associates and the creation of a safety-first culture. Our Sistersville, WV site is seeking a dynamic Industrial Hygiene Engineer-Health-Safety to help drive our mission forward. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal role in fostering a proactive safety environment, shaping our safety culture, and enhancing the lives of our employees.
As an Industrial Hygienist (IH) at our chemical manufacturing site, you'll be at the heart of our operations. You’ll collaborate closely with our Production, Engineering, and Environmental Health and Safety teams, offering your expertise in industrial hygiene. Your role will involve hands-on participation in new material introductions, capital projects, and various safety initiatives.
You'll have the chance to lead and influence safety practices, provide valuable insights, and contribute to the development and maintenance of robust Health Safety programs. Reporting directly to the Manager of Environmental Health and Safety, you'll be a key player in our mission to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all.
If you’re passionate about making a real impact on workplace safety and well-being, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and be a part of our commitment to excellence and employee care!
Responsibilities Include:
Lead safety initiatives in support of Momentive’s EHS strategies including development of leading indicators, Industrial Hygiene quantitative risk assessments, improved risk awareness, and development of associates to achieve an independent safety culture.
Lead risk assessment activities and drive resolution to potential employee exposures related to chemical, noise, and ergonomics.
Drive ergonomic team activities and support ergonomic improvements across the facility.
Serve as plant resource in performing incident investigations using root cause analysis and investigation tools/methods to identify causes and to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
Implement and maintain IH policies and procedures as defined by corporate management system. Confirm each department understands and follows applicable standards.
Lead small projects and supporting large projects for IH as they develop or during planning of management of change.
Prepare annual budget to support industrial hygiene activities.
Manage Industrial Hygiene Program including chemical monitoring, asbestos control, noise and hearing conservation programs, Personal Protective Equipment, radiation safety, and associated monitoring, testing, reporting, and documentation associated with OSHA and NRC compliance.
Inspect or evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations
Investigate the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, or other conditions that could affect employee health, comfort, or performance
Recommend measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, or materials.
Conduct safety training or education programs and demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
Develop or maintain hygiene programs, such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, ventilation surveys, or asbestos management plans
Investigate health-related complaints and inspect facilities to ensure that they comply with public health legislation and regulations.
Collaborate with engineers or physicians to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
Collect samples of hazardous materials or arrange for sample collection.
Collect samples of dust, gases, vapors, or other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
Order suspension of activities that pose threats to workers' health or safety i.e., “stop work”.
Prepare IH test samples for transportation.
Be trained and serve as a site backup to PSM engineer to perform PHA studies as needed to ensure compliance.
Perform laboratory analyses or physical inspections of samples.
Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, climb, twist, turn, grasp and move about the facility. Walking, walking on irregular surfaces and balancing will be required. Hearing, sight to include depth perception and color vision and the ability to speak clearly will be required. Occasionally lifting and/or move up to 50 lbs. and the ability to comply with PPE requirements (ability to pass a fittest and wear a respirator is required for certain positions/locations). The environment for this position is a Manufacturing setting, with exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noise. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Science, or Engineering
• 1+ years of relevant industrial hygiene/safety and health experience.
• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, maintenance systems and operational techniques
• Strong knowledge of and experience working with OSHA regulations and industry standards such as ACGIH, NIOSH, NFPA, ANSI.
• Knowledge in advanced manufacturing technology (automation) and chemicals. • Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must be comfortable working in a team setting.
• Expertise in analyzing and evaluating technical data, test results, and reports.
• Positive attitude, self-driven, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills
• Ability to work flexible hours occasionally.
The following are preferred for this role
• 3+ years of relevant industrial hygiene/safety and health experience.
• Experience implementing industrial hygiene sampling programs
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) or willingness to become certified.
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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $82,500 - $120,450
The actua l salary offered i s determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill set s, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable . If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply ! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
Flexible , hybrid or remote work schedules may be available based on role.
Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100 % base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and f inancial education.
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations .
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
