HSES Lead

Valagro Manufacturing - Health, Safety, Environmental and Security (HSES) Lead

Company Description

Syngenta Biologicals is a global leader in agricultural biologicals, bringing science-based innovation to offer more choices and flexibility for growers. In addition to our industry-leading technologies, unparalleled research expertise, and global commercial capabilities, we actively forge collaborations to help bring innovation into the hands of farmers, faster. Through our legacy company, Valagro, an innovation pioneer in the field of biostimulants, we have a proud 40-year history of offering farmers innovative solutions that are safe for people and nature.

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

Job Description

Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. We are currently seeking a Health, Safety, Environmental and Security (HSES) Lead for the Valagro Manufacturing team in Orangeburg, SC.

This role is a key member of the leadership team for a new chemical manufacturing site located in Orangeburg, South Carolina and will lead HSES efforts in maintaining and continuously improving the HSE management system implementation and ensuring federal, state, local and Syngenta requirements are complied with.

This position will be on site in South Carolina. Optimal support location for the territory is in the Orangeburg or Columbia area. Up to 20% travel may be required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support and lead site compliance with federal, state and local HSE regulations and Syngenta policies and standards in a biological chemical manufacturing site housing a production area, office, laboratory, tank farm and warehouse operations.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the site Emergency Management Team, train the site spill team, and ensure the implementation of the site Integrated Contingency and Emergency Action Plan.
• Lead the development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of a comprehensive HSE program and related management systems for the site.
• Coordinate and risk assess projects impacting HSE, e.g., management of change (i.e. experiments, process improvements, etc.), new construction, and other initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with compiling and submitting all required regulatory reports as required including Tier II, SERAM (Syngenta Environmental Reporting and Management), OSHA Injury / Illness Recordkeeping reporting, and possibly other regulatory reports such as the Bi-Annual Waste Report if applicable.
• Conduct HSE Site Inspections (regulatory or otherwise) through action plan closure.
• Communicate significant HSE risks/impacts to and oversee action item closure.
• Provide HSE related guidance and training for all employees, 3rd party contract employees, trade contractors, and visitors. Drive HSE awareness techniques, including safety meetings/committees and safety alerts; enhance employee engagement.
• Conduct or ensure required IH monitoring for the site is completed as required including but not limited to, respiratory fit testing, fume hood monitoring, noise and ergonomics assessments.
• Support maintaining site HSE Intranet information, databases and pertinent records, and other database entries as needed.
• Participate on site incident investigations and perform local triage and ensure all incidents, observations and near misses are reported.
• Participate on cross-functional teams, partner with peers and support all HSE network-wide initiatives.
• Assist Management and Facilities as required in all areas of operations as it relates to HSE principles, including operational and capital budgets.
• Maintain a strong presence onsite through site walk-throughs, inspections, etc.
• Provide guidance and attend meetings with community organizations and professional development groups (i.e., LEPC, CAP, ASSP).
• Manage operational aspects of the site security program.

Qualifications

Required:

• A four-year technical degree required – preferred HSE or related discipline.
• 2+ years HSE job experience.
• Degree from an accredited program preferred
• Knowledge of HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) regulations, e.g. OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT.
• Ability to interpret legislation as it applies to agri-business.
• Ability to organize and conduct a site HSE audit, conduct risk analysis of HSE issues.

Preferred

• Application of HSE experience and OSHA/EPA regulations to Syngenta systems/organization.
• Ability to identify potential risks and safety issues throughout the site & during design reviews.
• Ability to work with a variety of people and develop a strong HSE culture.
• Ability to create and communicate through networks, newsletters, safety bulletins and the intranet.
• Ability to conduct thorough HSE audits and inspections.
• Ability to communicate HSE information throughout organization and present key metrics to senior managers

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to waist.

Ability to carry 50 pounds for a short distance.

Must be able to walk long distances and stand on their feet for long periods of time.

Able to climb multiple flights of stairs.

Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights.

Must pass a medical clearance to wear a respirator.

Must pass a physical for a hazardous materials worker.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, among other benefits

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.

Learn more about our team and our mission here:

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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