Industrial Hygienist

OXY, Inc.; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Industrial Hygienist to enhance their Health & Safety Programs. This role involves developing comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, managing exposure assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will have the opportunity to engage with clients, conduct site evaluations, and provide training on industrial hygiene topics. Join a forward-thinking company committed to employee development and environmental responsibility, where your expertise will contribute to creating safer work environments.

Qualifications

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) accreditation required.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial hygiene and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement industrial hygiene programs and policies.
• Conduct site evaluations to identify potential health hazards.
• Manage exposure control systems and audit corrective action programs.

Skills

Moisture intrusion/mapping

Personal air contaminant monitoring

Worksite evaluations

Development of IH programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the Middle East, and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil and gas producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary, OxyChem, manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to promote a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment, and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Certified Industrial Hygienist to join our Health & Safety Programs group based in Houston, TX.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Develop and implement comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
2. Oversee exposure assessment processes, including characterization, risk assessment, monitoring, data analysis, and documentation.
3. Manage exposure control systems, evaluating materials, process changes, substitution, engineering controls, PPE, and respiratory protection.
4. Develop and oversee indoor air quality and industrial hygiene assessments.
5. Create industrial hygiene sampling programs and exposure profiles.
6. Oversee corporate IH programs covering ventilation, noise, radiation, hazardous substances, mercury, VOCs, dust, ergonomics, silica, and safety management systems.
7. Audit and monitor corrective action programs, ensuring full implementation and performance.
8. Manage IH record systems documenting exposure monitoring results.
9. Coordinate SDS updates and reviews, ensuring systems for chemical storage, handling, and disposal are in place.
10. Engage with clients, contractors, and regulators effectively.
11. Conduct site evaluations to identify potential health hazards.
12. Analyze data from monitoring activities and prepare detailed reports with recommendations.
13. Provide training on industrial hygiene topics such as hazard communication, respiratory protection, and ergonomics.
14. Stay current with regulations and industry trends, recommending program updates.
15. Investigate incidents related to occupational illnesses or exposures and implement corrective actions.
16. Coordinate with other CIHs and CSPs across the organization.
17. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
18. Pass pre-employment background checks, drug screens, physicals, and motor vehicle records checks.

Skills:

• Experience with moisture intrusion/mapping and microbial assessments.
• Proficiency in personal air contaminant monitoring and advanced exposure assessments.
• Ability to perform comprehensive worksite evaluations and specialized tests.
• Development and implementation of IH programs and policies.

Qualifications:

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) accreditation required and must be maintained.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial hygiene, safety, and hazardous safety-sensitive industries, with at least 5 years of practical experience in an industrial setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to manage various schedules and emergency response situations.
• Creative, consultative thinker with strong customer interaction skills.
• Physical ability to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders/stairs, and perform walking, bending, and stooping.
• Ability to wear PPE, including respirators.
• Preferred but not required: CHMM, CSP, or CMC licenses.

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We are an equal-opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.