103 Ehs Specialist jobs in India

Job Purpose and Impact

The EHS Specialist, will implement environmental health and safety management programs for a new and upcoming plant in Wazirabad (Punjab , India) . In this role, you will follow established corporate and local regulatory requirements to ensure successful implementation of health and safety programs on the plant site.

Key Accountabilities

• Assess environmental health and safety processes, risks, opportunities and impacts, standards and regulations and advise on potential impacts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement programs and processes in alignment with the environmental health and safety regulatory of government, International Standard Organization (ISO) management system and corporate guidelines and lead the change management .
• Manage contractor safety program and ensure construction safety for a greenfield plant set up
• Deliver environmental health and safety activities, including emergency response plan, incident and accident management, training implementation and evacuation drill.
• Handle environmental health and safety related records and reporting.
• Participate and support regular environmental health and safety audits and certification program in compliance with established standards.
• Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate in Science/Engineering with a PG Diploma in Industrial Safety from a government-recognized institute/ Graduation in Fire and Safety are also acceptable.
• Process Safety Management and EHS Compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholders like Plant Manager and plant site teams

Job Purpose and Impact

The EHS Specialist, will implement environmental health and safety management programs for a new and upcoming plant in Wazirabad (Punjab , India) . In this role, you will follow established corporate and local regulatory requirements to ensure successful implementation of health and safety programs on the plant site.

Key Accountabilities

• Assess environmental health and safety processes, risks, opportunities and impacts, standards and regulations and advise on potential impacts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement programs and processes in alignment with the environmental health and safety regulatory of government, International Standard Organization (ISO) management system and corporate guidelines and lead the change management .
• Manage contractor safety program and ensure construction safety for a greenfield plant set up
• Deliver environmental health and safety activities, including emergency response plan, incident and accident management, training implementation and evacuation drill.
• Handle environmental health and safety related records and reporting.
• Participate and support regular environmental health and safety audits and certification program in compliance with established standards.
• Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate in Science/Engineering with a PG Diploma in Industrial Safety from a government-recognized institute/ Graduation in Fire and Safety are also acceptable.
• Process Safety Management and EHS Compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholders like Plant Manager and plant site teams

Position Summary:

The EHS Specialist will support the Global EHS strategy for compliance and risk management in the delivery of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and related Illumina product and chemical management information and processes. This individual will author Illumina product SDS using the SAP EHS module while supporting Illumina’s on-site chemical inventory and SDS Right to Know (RTK) systems. Key responsibilities include authoring Safety Data Sheets (SDS) using the SAP EHS Module, coordinating with the SDS Right to Know (RTK) Vendor (3E) on systems performance, and ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

This role also supports Dangerous Goods (DG) classifications to enhance product safety and compliance. Proficiency in SAP EHS, 3E systems, effective communication, vendor management, and project management are essential.

Responsibilities:

Education and Experience:

Requirements

Our ideal candidate is hardworking, committed to customer excellence, proactive, adaptable to changing environments and priorities, and highly organized. They embrace a growth mindset and take the initiative to ensure accurate and compliant SDSs. Their ability to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, and perform high-quality work in technical systems is essential in this role.

Position Summary:

The Sr EHS Specialist, EHS Systems will support the Global EHS strategy by providing active management of EHS global business processes and related information management systems. This individual will develop an analysis of EHS business processes and systems to help identify and drive continuous improvement activities that increase maturity in EHS risk management and value creation while meeting business, technology, and regulatory requirements.

The Sr EHS Specialist, EHS Systems will assist in project planning and coordination with vendors and regional EHS Teams, closely working with other business functions to ensure cohesive execution of EHS business process.

This position will not have direct supervisory responsibilities. However, the position will require strong collaboration and the capability to implement change in a global matrix management support model. Flexibility and customer-centric attitudes are fundamental in this role.

Responsibilities:

· Develop, maintain, and improve business process analysis for EHS global programs and related information management systems.

· Establish data connections for data analysis.

· Help identify and manage gaps, inefficiencies, and bottlenecks in the EHS business process that can steer improvement of EHS performance through data.

· Develop Application Programming Interfaces for data analytics.

· Work as the technical partner and liaison between the Global and Regional EHS teams, driving toward global standard processes.

· Work with stakeholders to define and document business processes.

· Define / Modify end-user service model – escalations, levels of service, and feedback from end users.

· Prepare and deploy communication plans related to EHS business processes and systems.

· Define, deploy, and enforce EHS Global Standards that govern the correct use of EHS systems.

· Interact with the Global and Regional EHS teams– coordinating daily activities and projects.

· Deliver reliable EHS systems for End Users to work in.

· Interact with business stakeholders, their engagements/projects, understanding needs and/or requirements.

· Evaluation of vendor partners/solutions in different markets across the globe and coordination of implementation efforts. Stewardship of project budget.

· Monitor vendor performance against agreed service levels.

· Manage the prioritization process for EHS system enhancements.

· Represents EHS needs to be incorporated into the overall Enterprise Architecture.

· Handles and manages EHS systems portfolio in partnership with Global Information Systems (IT).

· Facilitate process improvement workshops.

· Documenting business processes and developing process mapping to create a visual layout of EHS processes.

· Develop criteria that can help monitor, measure, and provide feedback on EHS process performance and identify areas of improvement.

· Lead EHS data visualization initiatives, optimizing reporting structures for better decision-making.

· Troubleshoot and solve problems that arise. Work with Global Information Systems (IT) to assist in technology-related problem-solving and troubleshooting and escalate system issues as necessary.

· All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s Degree, in Environmental Sciences, Environmental or Safety Engineering, , Public Health, Business, IT Management, Computer Science or related discipline with 5+ years of industry experience with EHS process and operations, process development, deployment, improvement, and project management.

· Master’s Degree with 3+ years industry experience

Requirements

· Strong experience in with data management and analytics.

· Broad knowledge of all business areas particularly EHS operations, Project Management, and EHS information systems

· Professional certifications preferred: Project Management Certification (PMP), Lean/Six Sigma Certification, Business Process Management Certification, or Business Analyst Certification.

· Knowledge and application of environmental, health, and safety regulations and familiarity with EHS regulatory agencies’ protocols.

· Experience with EHS Incident Management Software, SAP EHS Module, and SDS Authoring and Management Software.

· Strong experience with data migration in EHS information systems.

· Strong Tableau skills for EHS data visualization and reporting.

· Strong project management skills.

· Strong process mapping skills.

· Familiarity with SQL, Python and XML.

· Demonstrated ability to identify and address complex issues that arise during analysis and improvement of process.

· Strong technical abilities in information management system evaluation, design, configuration, implementation, and support.

· Proficiency in understanding complex business processes and requirement and being able to translate them into technical solutions.

· Strong teamwork skills across a team operating globally.

· Build strong relationships with internal and external business partners.

· Experience bringing people together with different views to create new or improved process based on shared vision.

· Willingness to work in shifts to support the US region (No night shift required).

· Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Our ideal candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively and flexibly in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; can set and meet goals and expectations; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic, and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

Safety is at the core of our culture . You will hold a very dynamic EHS role as you will support our Kolkata head office and R&D lab, as well as our field-based technicians located at our 30+ customer sites within the India territory, as well as acting as advisor to our Kolkata toll manufacturing partner. A key role acting as a change agent at all levels of the organization to drive continuous improvement.

What will you do?

What do we look for?

Experience:

Education : Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS/DIS) is a must.

Language: English is a must. Hindi is highly valued

Skills:

What's in it for you?

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At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Safety is at the core of our culture. You will hold a very dynamic EHS role as you will support our Kolkata head office and R&D lab, as well as our field-based technicians located at our 30+ customer sites within the India territory, as well as acting as advisor to our Kolkata toll manufacturing partner. A key role acting as a change agent at all levels of the organization to drive continuous improvement.

What will you do?

• As individual contributor, reporting to the India EHS Manager, you will ensure sustainability and drive for continuous improvement at the Quaker Houghton Kolkata head office & lab, our India customer sites where our field-technicians operate, these sites are mainly heavy industry manufacturing plants and act as advisor for our local toll manufacturing partner.
• Engage with office and lab teams based in our Kolkata location as well as with the field-based technicians located at our customer sites to promote and elevate our EHS standards.
• Work closely with the India EHS Manager, the Global EHS Fluidcare Director, the Kolkata Lab Manager, Warehouse Manager and all relevant local business leaders, external firms and contractors when necessary to ensure full engagement.
• Provide EHS knowledge, guidance, coaching and training to establish a positive progressive EHS culture. Act as a key resource for EHS training.
• Investigate Incidents, near misses, hazard identifications and ensure appropriate root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
• Be responsible for the EHS management system within the groups in the role’s scope.
• Perform or coordinate internal and external audits, tests & inspections to ensure EHS standards and regulations are met.
• Support and implement corporate EHS programs and systems.
• Work closely on sustainability projects and support related initiatives.
• Attend training, seminars, webinars where required to assist in maintaining an up-to-date professional knowledge in all areas of EHS legislation, standards, guidelines and codes of practice and ensure that any changes are reflected in the Company’s systems.
• Any other tasks as required by management
• Travelling within India : 50%.

What do we look for?

Experience :

• At least 5 years experience in the health and safety and environmental discipline with a strong focus on occupational health and safety required within a heavy industry environment.
• Must be familiar with hazardous material risks management.
• At least 2 years working in an EHS role with multisite coverage that includes traveling.

Education : Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS/DIS) is a must.

Language: English is a must. Hindi is highly valued

Skills:

• Good IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
• Customer focused – Experience of interacting with Customer teams and their representatives
• Good practical problem solving with an acute attention to detail
• Strong team player, passionate about delivering success
• Hands-on approach
• Lead by example

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay + bonus program + attractive benefits
• Global Giving initiatives such as paid volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice.
• Access to real career growth opportunities in a dynamic and growing team.
• QH University training programs for all seniority levels.
• Wellbeing, Mentorship and other colleague benefit programs.

Who are we?

We are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40+ countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminum, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.

Our values:

• Live Safe
• Act with integrity
• Exceed Customer Expectations
• Drive Results
• Embrace Diversity
• Do Great Things Together

Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.

Interested?

Learn more about Sustainability – Quaker Houghton