Process Operator

Position Summary

Position Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains environmental aspects of the Methanex hazard register.
• Identifies requirements for further risk assessment as appropriate.
• Maintains professional knowledge and awareness of technical developments in the management of environmental hazards.
• Benchmarks with industry and Methanex peers to identify industry best practices and determine suitability.
• Promotes environmental awareness and compliance through communication and training of environmental programs.
• Develops and implements Responsible Care© training packages ensuring that all employees are trained in and understand the Responsible Care ethic and Environmental Management System requirements.
• Responds to environmental incidents, providing advice and investigation support.
• Proactively looks for continuous improvements to Methanex environmental controls to ensure continuous reduction in environmental risks.
• Maintains environmental procedures.
• Supports regular environmental monitoring to ensure that Methanex complies with all statutory requirements.
• Reports on Methanex USA’s environmental performance to regulatory bodies, providing all required data and information.
• Applies the Environmental Management System to reflect the Methanex Corporation standard and industry best practices.
• Supports the Responsible Care Manager in maintaining and renewing contracts.
• Maintains the company legislative compliance system to enable key contacts to initiate change – ensuring compliance.
• Liaises (in person or via team) with outside organizations and government agencies to ensure Methanex USA complies with current and changing relevant legislation and makes submissions on proposed changes.
• Communicates proposed changes and updates as defined in the Legislative Compliance System.
• Site coordinator for regulatory agency inspections.
• Utilizes knowledge to support applications for new or revised operating permits and operating permit renewals.
• Supports the Responsible Care Manager to maintain compliance with USA’s Hazardous Substances legislation.
• Ensures procedures are in place and kept current for hazardous material management.
• Maintains Methanex’s GHS compliant Material Safety Data Sheet system, ensuring staff are familiar with its use.
• Acts as the New-Chemicals on-site administrator.
• Provides expert advice on the handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Participates in and coordinates internal audits to ensure ISO 9001 compliance.
• Works with managers and supervisors to prepare for audits and develop closeout audit actions for all internal and external audits.
• Develops and monitors processes to ensure adequate preparation for successful Responsible Care© verifications.
• Assists with preparation for Global Responsible Care© Audits.
• Participates as required in environmental audits of other global Methanex locations.
• Participates in supplier qualification audits as required.
• Assists the Responsible Care Manager in the implementation of the sustainability strategy.
• Provides data for the site’s annual ESG report. Updates data quarterly for SMT review.
• Provides advice and establishes systems for the handling and disposal of waste material.
• Develops, implements and maintains an effective waste management program including record keeping and waste reduction.
• Assesses waste disposal companies that are used for the treatment or disposal of Methanex’s wastes, conducting audits as identified by Methanex’s Vendor Assessment program.
• Develops and maintains the Geismar site work process and procedures for compliance with the LDAR regulatory requirements.
• Manages and coordinates the contract company providing LDAR monitoring services.
• Develops and delivers training on environmental compliance to Methanex employees and contractors on topics such as permit limitations, waste segregation, release reporting and other relevant topics.
• Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and as a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism, demonstrated through feedback from team and leaders.
• Conducts all business in a manner which supports the Responsible Care® ethic.
• Networks with other Methanex sites to the mutual benefit of all sites.
• Responsible for ensuring awareness of all controlled documents relating to this position as per Document Awareness Report from Document Management Database.
• Contributes to the ‘operational excellence’ for Methanex USA as an effective member of the Responsible Care Department.
• Participates as an active Geismar representative on the Methanex Global Environmental Excellence Team.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, or related field, from an accredited institution.
• 5 years’ experience in an Environmental Engineering role, chemical manufacturing experience preferred. Experience working with a regulatory agency will be considered.
• Previous experience in Environmental Auditing.
• HAZWOPER, DOT, LDAR, Wastewater Operator, Method 9 smoke reading and RCRA training desired.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to liaise appropriately with internal and external clients, agencies and stakeholders at all levels.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to work within in a team environment as well as independently, with minimum supervision.
• Capacity to exercise sound judgment, initiative and problem-solving skills.