Zero Harm Business Partner

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, health and environmental issues at assigned North American manufacturing locations as well as the implementation of corporate policies and programs at those facilities
• Maintain expertise on and track compliance with federal OSHA, EPA, analogous state and local permits, regulations, laws, and with Koppers policies
• Drive and assist with plant permitting processes pertaining to permit application, issuance, modification, renewal and termination as appropriate
• Manage development and implementation of programs, policies, audits and initiatives in the field of safety and environmental to achieve a culture of Zero Harm
• Coordinate with legal counsel on responses to regulatory agencies and participate in agency negotiations as appropriate
• Develop and provide training to plant level Zero Harm coordinators to improve understanding of Koppers Zero Harm culture and applicable safety, health and environmental regulations
• Develop and maintain proficient knowledge of FOCUS providing relevant information and training needed by facility personnel and management.
• Review, analyze and trend incidents, agency inspections, audits/findings, tasks, hazard identifications and other Zero Harm related communications within FOCUS.
• Assist with identification, implementation and tracking of recommended Zero Harm improvements
• Participate in community interaction and emergency preparedness program development
• Manage Safety, Health and Environmental Compliance Auditing Program, assist in developing corrective action plans, conduct follow-ups, and share best practices
• Assist plants with incident classification, investigation, compliance needs and training
• Assist with industrial hygiene programs and medical monitoring as needed
• Assist with facility MoC and CAPEX processes to ensure safety, health, and environmental aspects/hazards are considered
• Participate in Koppers Sustainability Initiatives
• 30-40% travel is required for the position under normal operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science with Health and Safety, Safety Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in occupational safety and/or environmental compliance at industrial manufacturing facility
• Safety and environmental management experience with multi-plant oversight preferred
• Demonstrated strength and knowledge in multimedia environmental practice (air, water, waste)
• Comprehensive knowledge of states and federal occupational safety and environmental regulations preferred
• Certified in or be working on any of the following certifications: CHMM and/or CSP, QEP
• Ability to research problems and think creatively to develop solutions; be self-directed; think strategically; be compliance focused
• Excellent computer skills and ability to work well in both plant and corporate settings

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state or local law.