Now hiring! Emergency Response Coordinator

We are looking for a Emergency Response Coordinator (EHS Sr. Specialist I) to join our Agricultural Solutions team based in Palmyra, MO.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As an Emergency Response Coordinator, you will be instrumental in driving and improving the safety and emergency preparedness and response performance and culture at the Hannibal Site. As a member of the site EHS&S Team, you will be actively involved in providing technical expertise and support, regulatory and corporate requirements governance, and interaction with Operations personnel to ensure emergency response preparedness, regulatory compliance, readiness, and response.

As a Emergency Response Coordinator, you create chemistry by...

• Overseeing and coordinating the planning and preparations for emergency response efforts including fires, hazardous material responses, severe weather events, confined space rescue, first aid, and other medical emergencies.

• Coordinating training for responders and delivering training where appropriate and agreed upon by site leadership.

• Managing an Emergency Response Team (ERT) comprised of 50+ emergency responders.

• Ensuring readiness of emergency equipment, supplies, and vehicles.

• Ensuring readiness of the emergency operations center, including training for participants.

• Reviewing and updating site emergency plans, and reviewing unit plans for regulatory and corporate compliance and consistency.

• Planning and executing site drills, and coordinating unit drills with unit contacts, interfacing with 3rd party responders as appropriate.

If you...

• Possess a BS Degree in Occupational or Fire Safety, Fire System Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Have 5-10 years of leadership experience in overseeing an Industrial ERT.

• Hold NFPA 1081 certifications in Exterior, Interior, and Leadership Industrial FF.

• Hold NFPA 472 certifications in Hazardous Materials – Technician and Incident Command levels.

• Have 40-Hour Medical First Responder or EMT-Basic Certification.

• Possess Rescue I – 40-Hour High-angle and Confined Space Rope Rescue Certification, or the ability to obtain within 6 months.

• Have OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER certification.

• Possess proficient knowledge in fire protection systems and preparing pre-plans for the site and specific units/buildings.

• Have knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, with the ability to provide supporting documentation.

• Demonstrate the ability to manage rolling ER fleet and deliver cost-effective training solutions to the ERT.

• Have experience working with outside agencies for site support.

• Demonstrate knowledge of chain-of-command for proper communication across the company and shifts.

• Have the capability to develop and plan multiple drills for the site, including internal ERT and external mutual aid.

• Possess professional licensing as a Paramedic or EMT (a plus).

• Have Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification (a plus).

• Hold advanced degrees (Masters and above) in Occupational Safety, Fire Safety, or Fire Safety Engineering (a plus).

• Are able to travel up to 10%, domestically.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible

• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options

• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members

• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)

• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages

• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive

• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.

• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens

• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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