ESSH Supervisor

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities, we are able to develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers.  Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and manufacturing facilities located in the United States, Europe and China.  As a privately held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies.  Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to be a part of our Environmental, Safety, Security and Health (ESSH) team at our Chocolate Bayou Plant located in Alvin, TX.  The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the site to best-in-class emergency services preparation and performance.  This role requires an individual who possesses regulatory knowledge, practical work site experience, technical expertise and continuous improvement leadership in emergency services in an industrial environment.  This individual should be solution-based and enjoy technical work, teaching and development, working on diverse cross-functional teams, and collaborating with site technical, operations and maintenance personnel concerning emergency response-related issues and improvements.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

• Ensure the facility is at a state of readiness to provide immediate and effective response to protect the health and safety of our employees, facility, and the community and environment
• Provide leadership, guidance, support and training to the site Emergency Response Team (ERT), including the recruitment and retention of team members
• Directly supervise the Emergency Services Specialist, while also working cooperatively to accomplish the mission of the team
• Administer and manage the Fire Protection Maintenance and Inspection program for both fixed and mobile equipment in accordance with NFPA, and corporate and facility standards, including fire protection system impairments and coordination of routine property insurance inspections
• Manage and improve site Emergency Response and Hurricane Response Plans, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) functions, Mutual Aid agreements, and planning and execution of site emergency response drills
• Provide support and management for Emergency Services capital and expense projects

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all aspects of daily activities related to site Emergency Services, including leading and directing the Emergency Services Specialist and the site’s volunteer Emergency Response Team
• Maintain the physical ability and skills to serve as a functional member of the Emergency Response Team
• Provide support to the Emergency Response Team utilizing the Incident Command System, including serving as or assisting the Incident Commander or supporting the Emergency Operations Center during emergency situations
• Organize and/or deliver Emergency Response Team training, create and maintain training course curriculum and materials, and maintain records and documentation to develop and improve the competencies of ERT members
• Develop, implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and Emergency Response Preplans for the Emergency Response Team
• Develop and manage annual Emergency Services budget for training fees and wages, mobile equipment operation and maintenance, fixed fire protection systems operation and maintenance, other emergency management systems, etc., including creation and use of spreadsheets to track and monitor costs and provide updates to forecasts, and provide input annually to update long range strategic plan
• Assist in the development and administration of staffing plans to maintain the Emergency Response Team with adequate resources for routine as well as sustained responses, as well expectations and accountabilities for ERT members
• Ensure Emergency Operations Center (EOC) tools, resources and capabilities meet minimum standards to support incident response
• Serve as primary owner for the facility’s emergency management plan (i.e., Integrated Contingency Plan or ICP) and severe weather plan, and prepare, conduct, evaluate and document emergency drills to aid facility employees in emergency preparedness
• Ensure that all existing mobile and fixed emergency response equipment and systems are maintained and available to provide full capabilities at all times, including necessary and required inspection, testing and preventative maintenance
• Represent the site and partner with the Local Emergency Planning Committed (LEPC), mutual aid organizations, municipal emergency agencies and other emergency services organizations to pland and prepare for site and local community emergency response needs
• 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 or company

TEAM

• Reports to:  Sr ESSH Manager
• Team Members: Environmental Manager, Security Services, Principle Industrial Hygiene Specialist, Sr. Safety Engineer, Safety Specialist, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Technician

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a leadership or command role in an emergency response-related position or with primary emergency services responsibilities
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in organic chemical industry, oil refining, industrial manufacturing and/or heavy construction environment
• Possess a valid Texas Class A or B driver's license or have the ability to obtain one
• Demonstrated commitment to safety practices and standards
• Knowledge of OSHA and specific Emergency Response related regulations
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

DESIRED CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Engineering, Sciences or related technical discipline
• NFPA 1001 Firefighter, NFPA 1081 Advanced Exterior Firefighter, NFPA 1081 Advanced Interior Firefighter, NFPA 472/1072 or 29CFR1910.120(q) Hazardous Materials Technician Certification, TCFP fire protection certifications or similar other qualifications or certifications
• Two (2) or more years of leadership experience on an Emergency Response Team in an organic chemical manufacturing, oil refining, industrial manufacturing and/or heavy construction environment
• Obtain and/or maintain license as Emergency Care Attendant (ECA) or higher (EMT-Basic, Advanced EMT, EMT-Paramedic, Licensed Paramedic or nursing degree)
• Experience in auditing and inspecting safety and emergency systems
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt or willingness to achieve certification within 12 months

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Experience working within the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command training (ICS‐700, ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-800, ICS-300, ICS-400) or equivalent training
• Proactive leadership and team-building skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to lead, instruct and train emergency response team members in Hazardous Materials (HazMat) response, elevated and confined space rescue, Emergency Medical response and Fire-Fighting
• Knowledge of emergency response related OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, etc.
• Working knowledge of incident investigation and analysis tools (Cause Mapping, 5-Why’s, FMEA, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal, influential, coaching, facilitation and organizational skills with excellent verbal and written communication capabilities
• Ability and willingness to effectively lead change, influence others and gain commitment to new ways of performing work with all levels in the organization
• Proven ability to interface and communicate at all levels of the organization including management, technical, manufacturing, maintenance, planners, vendors and contractors
• Must be self-motivated, well organized, and able to manage multiple initiatives to successful completion
• Strong computer skills are required, including sound proficiency with MS Office products
• Authorization to work in the U.S. on an indefinite basis without sponsorship
• Ability to properly wear emergency response personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection

 PREFERRED SKILLS

• Proficiency with SAP
• Experience with OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management elements
• Knowledge of Fire Protection Systems
• Knowledge of Maintenance practices, and good mechanical aptitude
• Project Management experience
• Functional knowledge of life critical permit processes

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

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About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities ​​for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.