Safety Specialist
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.
Ascend is currently seeking a Safety Specialist to be a part of our Environmental, Safety, Security and Health (ESSH) team at our Pensacola Plant located in Cantonment, FL.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the site to drive to achieve best-in-class occupational safety performance while maintaining compliance with applicable OSHA safety regulations.
TARGETED OUTCOMES
The Safety Specialist is responsible for comprehensive safety activities with an understanding of OSHA standards for general industry, data analysis, and reporting of ESSH data to key stakeholders. The position works in conjunction with the Safety/IH Manager to develop, implement, and monitor programs for all safety standards, systems, and work processes. The Safety Specialists creates value by facilitating risk assessments and works with our employees to develop solutions to mitigate or eliminate risks that meet or exceed regulatory, company, and industry standards.
Assist the manager – Safety/IH Manager with tasks to assure compliance and reduce the risk of incidents
Works closely with his/her manager and team to deliver and maintain high ESSH performance across the site
Partner with the Maintenance & Reliability teams onsite to help ensure jobs are planned and executed safely
Support and drive improvements in the contractor management initiatives onsite to help ensure jobs are planned and executed safely per site policy
Participate in emerging issues identification, analysis, and resolution
Participate as a core member of the site ESSH team in any other capacity necessary to maintain and improve ESSH programs, policies, systems, and initiatives for the site and/or company
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Identifies and corrects unsafe behaviors or conditions when observed
Perform safety housekeeping audits as directed/needed
Act as the incident data management lead to analyze and report out key ESSH statistics
Perform LOTO, fall protection, confined space entry permit, etc. audits as directed/needed
Assist with Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews (PSSR’s) as needed
Coach, mentor, audit, and train to the site’s Hazard Recognition Plus™ (HRP) risk mitigation process
Learn and become an HRP coach, perform HRP audits, and coach at every opportunity
Deliver safety related training for new hires and current site employees as required
Support with reviewing and updating documents controlled by the Safety department (procedures, forms, etc.)
Update site policies and training as needed
REPORTS TO
Site Safety/Industrial Hygiene Manager
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science degree in safety related field
Minimum of (2) two plus years of experience in organic chemical industry, oil refining, industrial manufacturing and/or heavy construction environment working as a degreed safety specialist
Demonstrated commitment to safety and health practices and standards
General safety program management with strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry related safety regulations required
DESIRED CERTIFICATION
Should have a desire to and be willing to obtain the CSP designation
REQUIRED SKILLS
Basic knowledge of OSHA Regulations to include (confined space, LOTO, Recordability, fall protection, NFPA 70E, etc.)
Proactive leadership and team-building skills with the ability to work…