Position:  Quality Systems and Environmental Leader

Primary Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia

Reports To: Technical Services Manager

Compensation: $120,000-$125,000 base salary + bonus and benefits

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Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services. At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

About This Role and You

This position reports to the Technical Manager and oversees the North Vancouver facility’s quality testing & compliance activities including being the leader of the Quality Management System (QMS) for the site. The position is additionally responsible for managing the plant’s environmental permits for land, effluent and air quality.

This role works closely with the Production, Shipping, Customer Service and Technical Sales departments.  The role also overlaps with the Engineering, Responsible Care and Instrumentation departments as a resource for field instrumentation, sampling and sample analysis; particularly for items that have a manual testing counterpart or are involved with final product or regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Advanced education bachelor's degree or higher.  Chemistry or chemical engineering preferred.
• 5 years related experience in a manufacturing environment including laboratory experience
• Proven experience with Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001:2008
• Previous experience or education in environment management
• Demonstrated proficiency with analytical equipment such as ICP, HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers, titrators, sampling systems, etc.
• Experience with reference methods including ASTM, Standard Methods, EPA protocols, and ANSI.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools
• Understanding and application of basic statistical concepts and techniques including DOE, Process Capability, Detection Limits/Level of Quantification, Variability, etc.
• Ability to present technical information and conduct training sessions with wide variety of audience participants
• Experience with business software platforms including SAP, Microsoft Office
• Prefer experience with online instrumentation and engineering documentation tools such as PIDs, FDS, and HAZOP.
• Ability to manage a quality system and quality audit processes
• Ability to perform process/documentation analysis and identify opportunities for improvement
• Experience with technical writing for procedures, work instructions, guides and manuals
• Excellent people and communication skills
• Ability to manage, motivate, coach and work with other people to accomplish Company and facility objectives
• Customer service focus including the ability to communicate diplomatically; problem solver
• Excellent communications skills; both oral and written

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates activities required to ensure the lab provides effective service to meet priority business needs including:
  • manage analytical resources (annual budget, purchasing, use of external service providers, technician schedule, equipment PM program)
  • oversee QA/QC function for lab methods including method development and qualification, formal procedure creation and revision, calibration, and data traceability
  • evaluate opportunities for cost reduction/process improvement by bench-top modeling and experimental trials
  • anticipate new process/installation commissioning needs and develop and execute testing protocols
• Conducts regular Lab safety/environmental meetings to ensure best practices used and risk areas are identified and understood
• Manages site activities to ensure compliance with business programs including ISO 9001 and Responsible Care including
  • Training of site personnel to QMS elements
  • Documentation of non-conformities and assignment of corrective/preventive actions
  • Participates in/leads site audits
• Works closely with plant personnel to troubleshoot process issues, address quality system outages, and lead investigations of non-conformities
• Document, capture and organize troubleshooting efforts for reference.
• Works closely with Supply Chain personnel and end-users to address concerns provide custom information, approve customer-specific specifications and analyze process or product samples.
• Interface with other QMS resources (site coordinators, auditors, corporate personnel) to ensure consistent practices and shared learning
• Maintain quality and regulatory certification programs including NSF60, CALA Proficiency testing, BC Kosher, HACCP, AWWA B301, etc.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensure the facility adheres to all local, provincial, and federal environmental regulations. Manage the preparation, submission, and maintenance of required environmental documentation and reporting to regulatory agencies.
• Pollution Control: Monitor and optimize systems for air, water, and soil pollution control to ensure they operate efficiently.
• Waste Management: Develop and oversee waste management programs, including hazardous waste disposal and recycling initiatives. Implement strategies to reduce waste generation.
• Sustainable Practices: Identify and implement sustainable practices within the production process. Conduct research to develop new and improved manufacturing processes that are environmentally friendly.
• Environmental Impact Assessments: Act as coordinator for conducting land assessments and evaluating the environmental impact of facility operations. Develop plans to mitigate negative impacts.
• Field Sampling and Analysis: Facilitate collecting and analyzing environmental samples (soil, water, air) to monitor the facility's environmental performance.
• Regulatory Liaison: Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies and ensure the facility's compliance with environmental standards. Address any environmental-related complaints and issues.
• Project Management: Act as focal point for environmental projects, including site cleanup, reclamation, and remediation efforts. Collaborate with scientists, planners, and hazardous waste technicians.
• Training and Education: Provide training to staff on environmental policies, procedures, and best practices. Promote awareness of environmental issues and sustainability within the facility.
• Assist in tracking and communication of environmental performance metrics

• Ensure full compliance with all site-specific environmental permits by monitoring operational activities and maintaining adherence to regulatory standards. Maintain current and accurate environmental permits and ensure all required reporting is completed and submitted in a timely manner to relevant authorities.
• Coordinate and oversee environmental testing activities, including sampling and analysis, to verify compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Routine purchasing of chemical supplies and services
• Weekly scheduling of technicians
• Ongoing adjustment and support of testing/sampling to align with process outages, plant shutdowns, restarts, arrival of bulk materials, setpoint changes, or unplanned equipment failures including:
  • highlight irregularities in daily analytical/process results, troubleshoot, develop potential theories as to cause and bring to attention of Operations.
  • support with rapid data collection for critical systems under high pressure until stabilized
  • act as liaison for in-line sampling equipment (draft/assist with PMs or breakdowns)
• Training of new hires in analytical methods
• Ongoing training of all personnel to QMS elements
• Review provider invoices and submit service entries to accounts payable
• Conduct plant tours/work experience sessions for specialty interest groups as requested
• Utilize site systems (MOC, new chemical qualification, FLHA, etc.) for changes and improvements in sampling and testing
• Coordination of periodic external sampling and reporting
• Aids Plant Management in the generation of monthly scorecard against key QMS key performance indicators
• TDG packaging and shipment of limited quantity samples
• Enter notifications/arrange repair/PMs for equipment as needed
• Develop and revise controlled procedures and raw material specifications
• Attend production meetings and ensure process priorities are understood and analytical resources adjusted accordingly
• Develops and delivers the Annual Quality Management Review to Plant management

What Chemtrade Offers You

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

In our culture, we celebrate multiple approaches and viewpoints. To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups. These groups provide platforms for employees to share their unique perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive culture. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization.

We recognize that the diversity of our employees is paramount to our organization's success. It is through the diversity of perspectives that we develop and shape programs and tools that support our employees' growth and career management.

Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.

We recognize the immense value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) in fostering an including and supportive work environment. Our ERG’s serve as vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives.

We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation and fuels our success as an organization. By encouraging the formation of ERG’s, we aim to create a workplace where all individual feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work and contribute their diverse talents and ideas. Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families.

That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally.  Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of it’s employees.

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