SR. HAZ-COM SPECIALIST Job Listing at Moses Lake Industries in Moses Lake, WA (Job ID 81430)

Description

We value: Safety,Integrity,Ownership,Collaboration,Service,Sustainability 

Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve.

You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications.

Shift/Hours/Location: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, Onsite, Moses Lake, WA

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON 

• Create Safety Data Sheets (SDS) utilizing SDS authoring software.
• Review and approve Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Troubleshoot, problem solve and support system improvements within Safety Data Sheets (SDS) software for SDS as well as for label issues.
• Create templates for labels as well as reviewing and approving labels to ensure error-free hazard communication compliance.
• Review and authorize new chemical requests.
• Resolve routine questions and problems while bringing more complex issues to the attention of the HC-CHP.
• Understand and apply domestic and international regulatory requirements (GHS, Transportation, OSHA Haz-com) to daily work.
• Respond to various customer surveys, requests, and requirements efficiently.
• Provide expert Laboratory chemical hygiene support/training. Including but not limited to data retrieval, processing, and analytical review of chemicals to Ensure global SDS and label compliance.
• Manage REACH and country specific chemical registrations.
• Conduct relevant Level I EHSS Trainings.
• Gather and organize relevant information utilizing multiple internal resources and provide timely feedback to Haz-com team.
• Attend meetings and report pertinent, detailed information effectively to Haz-com team.
• Provide daily accurate, concise, and punctual information to parties inside and outside the organization.
• Oversee and apply discretion while solving problems and escalating issues to EHSS management when appropriate.
• Oversee the planning and implementation of special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Work with Product Managers on new product development to supply regulatory information for various raw materials.
• Support the High Performance Materials (HPM) group with the registration and documentation of novel substances.
• Work with consultants and CDX to maintain registrations for chemicals.
• Assess and implement compliance with importation of new chemicals into foreign jurisdictions.
• Facilitating the use of Industrial Hygiene practices throughout the plant and within the SDS and labeling.
• Stay up to date with international importation procedures and registrations.
• Mentor the Hazard Communications team through training, support, and guidance.
• Act as administrator for the entire WERCS program to ensure that SDS, labels and label templates are kept up to date with spec changes and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a backup site expert for the HC-CHP to problem solve lab and chemical hygiene issues.
  • Ability to coordinate with EHSS Staff and Lab Staff including Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Officers (LCHO's) to assure that chemical hazards and protective measures are considered.
• Backup for MLI's Corporate Chemical Hygiene Officer (CCHO).
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Chemistry, industrial hygiene, or related field.
• 5 + years' experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting. 
• Certified on and able to interpret written code for IMDG, IATA, DOT, OSHA, and GHS regulations.
• Strong Chemistry knowledge
• Strong knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
• Strong knowledge of arithmetic and grammar.
• Strong understanding of TSCA
• Understand and implement OSHA standards.
• Certified in Laboratory and Industrial Hygiene and implement and advise on engineering controls and PPE where applicable.
• Work towards certification in Safety (Industrial hygiene focus)
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Attention to detail.
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in order to meet established deadlines.
• Work as a leader, member of the team and independently.
• Perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

SALARY & BENEFITS 

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range: $75.2K-$116.4K 

Located in central Washington, an outdoor recreational oasis, we offer the following benefits: compensation, medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits. 

• You can work in an environment where teamwork is encouraged and where you have the opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Generous PTO: Your time off is important!
• Medical/Dental/Vision: Majority of premiums paid by MLI. Includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• Additional Health Coverage: FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Earn More: We offer a generous discretionary bonus program in addition to salary/wage.
• 401 (K) Savings Plan: Jump start your retirement with MLI's employer matching contributions.
• Company – Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program.
• Additional Benefits: We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and relocation assistance available.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are generally performed indoors in an office and high purity manufacturing environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. When working in the presence of safety hazards, the employee is expected to follow company safety rules and use proper personal protective equipment such as: hardhat, safety glasses and full leather shoes, etc. Employees will work in a covered Process Safety Management (PSM) environment containing threshold quantities of flammable liquids and/or gasses that have a potential for fire or explosion. Employees working in this environment are required to be free from devices that are not considered intrinsically safe. Examples of devices that may not be intrinsically safe include Insulin Pumps, Pacemakers, Pain Management devices, etc.