Job Title: Industrial Hygiene-Safety & Health Specialist
Summary:As part of Momentive's continued commitment to the safety and health of its associates, the Sistersville, WV site is seeking an industrial hygiene specialist/safety professional to fill the position of Safety and Health Specialist - Industrial Hygiene.?? The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the site to a proactive safety culture, ensuring a safe work environment, influencing the company's safety culture plan, and most importantly improving the lives of our employees.
The Sistersville, WV location is a chemical manufacturing site with functions including chemical operations, maintenance, warehousing, utilities operations (including environmental controls), laboratory analysis, technology and administrative/business functions.? This role partners with the site's Production, Engineering, and Environmental Health and Safety Leadership to meet the key elements of the site's annual EH&S goals. ? The position reports directly to the Industrial Hygiene Lead, under the management of the Manager of Environmental Health and Safety.
Please note that this role requires onsite presence five days per week, Monday through Friday
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Responsibilities Include:
Industrial Hygiene & Exposure Management
Lead and maintain site exposure assessments to clearly identify health hazards and characterize employee exposure profiles, including qualitative assessments and quantitative Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
Develop and execute the annual Industrial Hygiene sampling plan, including area and personal monitoring.
Collect and manage IH samples (dusts, gases, vapors, and other potentially hazardous materials), ensuring proper chain of custody, sample integrity, and laboratory coordination.
Review, interpret, and trend monitoring results; maintain accurate data within the IH database ( Gensuite ).
Communicate exposure monitoring results to employees, site leadership, and the Industrial Hygiene Leader.
Program Ownership & Continuous Improvement
Serve as the site subject-matter expert for Industrial Hygiene programs, including chemical monitoring, asbestos control, noise and hearing conservation, PPE, ergonomics, and radiation safety.
Drive exposure reduction and risk mitigation initiatives in partnership with operations, engineering, and site leadership.
Support quantitative risk assessments and exposure reduction efforts related to chemical, noise, and ergonomic hazards.
Evaluate ventilation systems, exhaust equipment, and workplace conditions to identify opportunities to improve employee health, comfort, and performance.
Training, Compliance & Regulatory Interface
Provide training and professional support for IH programs, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, Radiation Safety, and chemical-specific programs.
Conduct respiratory protection quantitative fit testing and routinely audit program components and consumables.
Support emergency response preparedness by providing IH training and technical guidance to Emergency Response Teams and site personnel.
Interface with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, NRC) as needed and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
Technical Support, Investigations & Safety Leadership
Support Industrial Hygiene considerations in the design, installation, and modification of equipment and facilities through the site Management of Change (MOC) process.
Serve as a technical resource during incident investigations, root cause analyses, and emergency response activities.
Inspect and evaluate workplace practices, equipment, and environments to ensure regulatory compliance and safe work conditions.
Recommend and help implement controls to reduce or eliminate health and safety risks, including exercising stop-work authority when immediate hazards are identified.
Collaborate with engineering, medical, HR, Legal, and Health Services teams as needed.
Equipment, Credentials & Professional Development
Manage and maintain IH monitoring equipment, ensuring proper calibration, maintenance, and repair.
Maintain required training, certifications, licenses, and qualifications, including Radiation Safety Officer responsibilities and ongoing IH/occupational safety education.
Support site and corporate EHS initiatives by contributing to leading indicator metrics, improved risk awareness, and the development of a strong, independent safety culture.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
A bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field
5+ years of experience in industrial hygiene, EHS, or a similar role
Solid understanding of industrial hygiene fundamentals, including exposure assessment, sampling methods, and the hierarchy of controls
Ability to analyze monitoring data, conduct research, and make practical, risk-based recommendations
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility
Experience supporting or leading industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring programs
Comfortable using Microsoft Office and working with data and digital toolsAbility to safely wear required PPE (respiratory protection, chemical protective clothing, fall protection, etc.) and work in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with employees and site leadership
Flexibility to support extended hours or emergency response when needed
The following are preferred qualifications:
Experience in a chemical manufacturing or industrial settingFamiliarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and selecting appropriate exposure controls
Experience working cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, engineering, or emergency response teams
A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge and improve existing processes
Professional certifications such as GSP, ASP, or OHST (or progress toward them)
Interest in continuing education and professional development in EHS or Industrial Hygiene
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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $84,000 - $122,650
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab (https://www.momentive.com/en-us/careers#tabs-ff9710a15f-item-3438a9fedf-tab) on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer's products forward-products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations .
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
