Job Description

Contribute. Grow. Lead\xe2\x80\xa6with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has been and will continue to be our people.

Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of essential chemicals used for a variety of indispensable products, including chemicals used for agriculture, pulp & paper, water treatment, various cleaners and sanitizers, pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, construction materials, and next-generation climate-friendly refrigerants. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas chemical manufacturing facilities are predominantly located in the U.S. in addition to sites in Canada and Chile. OxyChem is among the top three producers in the United States for the principal chlor-alkali, chlorinated organic, PVC and other products it manufactures and markets.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Director of Compliance Assurance & Responsible Care with our corporate office located in Dallas, TX.

Job Dimensions:

This position is responsible for directing the HES&S QA\\QC and Responsible Care\xc2\xae programs for OxyChem. This includes setting a vision for the organization, developing long and short-term goals and assisting the organization to successfully meet those goals. The position is accountable to Executive Management

This position is in the corporate office in Dallas, Texas and is accountable to Executive Management.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide leadership to the organization in the identification, development and implementation of new directions and areas of focus to promote continuous improvement in the areas of HES&S Compliance Assurance.
• Provide organization and scheduling of HES&S QA\\QC evaluations of OxyChem facilities, due diligence on facilities under evaluation, and baseline HES&S Assessments of new facilities. Provide technical guidance to HES&S auditors and the facilities being audited in handling facility HES&S Audits.
• Provide organization and scheduling of HES&S QA\\QC evaluations of non-OxyChem facilities including review and approval of Hazardous and Non-hazardous TSDF\xe2\x80\x99s, Tolling facilities, Railcar and Tank truck cleaning facilities, Terminals, Warehouses, Transfer facilities, Environmental testing laboratories and select Solution brine mining facilities.
• Maintain an awareness of QA\\QC auditing best practices to support continuous improvement in Compliance Assurance and assist the organization to take the necessary actions to maintain compliance. Participate in trade organizations and advocacy initiatives as required.
• Maintain Corporate HES&S QA\\QC Procedures. Coordinate reviews of all Corporate HES&S QA\\QC Procedures on a scheduled basis to assure that procedures remain current. Identify the need for and coordinate the development of new Corporate Compliance Assurance Procedures.
• Maintain HES&S QA\\QC data for the Corporation. Regularly report to the Corporation the status of HES&S QA\\QC performance. Analyze the data to identify opportunities for improvement and assist in developing strategies and goals to attain such improvement.
• Serve as the OxyChem Responsible Care Coordinator.
• Coordinate Responsible Care Related activities including Metrics and Awards Reporting, 3rd Party RCMS Audits, and Plant Support for RCMS procedures and Certification.
• Maintain status as a Responsible Care Auditor
• Maintain the OxyChem Corporate Responsible Care Management System (RCMS)
• Maintain the OxyChem Operational Management System (OMS) consistent with Responsible Care\xc2\xae
• Manage the HES&S QA\\QC budget consistent with the overall HES&S budget.
• Directly supervise the Manager \xe2\x80\x93 HES&S QA\\QC.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s degree or higher is required.
• 10+ years relevant experience in HES&S, Process Risk or related fields
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Strong data analysis, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proven record of program development and implementation
• Exhibit ability to work with all levels of organization and external customers.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a bottom-line driven, fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Travel (approximately 50%) is required to any OCC and select supplier facility.
• Must be able to interface with corporate and plant level HES&S and manufacturing management.
• Must exhibit leadership qualities and possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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