HSES Specialist

TL;DR

HSES Specialist (Chemical Manufacturing): Maintain and update site safety procedures, conduct audits, training, and exposure monitoring in a chemical or polymer plant with an accent on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation. Focus on incident investigations, Process Hazard Analyses, security inspections, and promoting safety culture.

Location: La Porte, TX 77571 (onsite)

Salary: $62,400–$72,800

Company

Staffing provider for chemical and polymer manufacturing sites.

What you will do

• Maintain and update safety procedures, conduct training sessions and compliance audits.
• Audit LOTO procedures, permits, and operational tasks with strong field presence.
• Conduct personnel exposure monitoring, noise surveys, and ventilation assessments.
• Oversee respirator protection program and serve as backup Radiation Safety Officer.
• Lead monthly safety meetings, security inspections, and incident investigations.
• Participate in PHA, PSSR, prepare reports, and manage corrective actions.

Requirements

• Physically capable of standing 4+ hours, climbing 50+ feet, lifting 50 lbs, and frequent bending/stooping/climbing.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Occupational Health, Safety, and/or Environmental Sciences in chemical/polymer manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, ACGIH regulations; auditing, documentation, training, and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage teams without authority, prioritize multiple projects, problem-solve, and communicate effectively.

Culture & Benefits

• For assignments 13+ weeks: major medical, dental, vision, 401k, statutory sick pay where required.
• Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• Participates in E-Verify; considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal history per fair chance laws.