EHS Specialist

Research Triangle Park, NC

We are looking for an EHS Specialist to join our team in Research Triangle Park, NC (RTP).

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.

The EHS Specialist role focuses on supporting EHS programs, advising management on compliance matters, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position works closely with site leadership, employees, and management to translate complex EHS requirements into actionable practices for R&D and office environments. The role also supports audits, emergency response, and site-wide safety initiatives.

• Supporting Environmental, Health & Safety programs across RTP sites and other assigned locations.
• Providing technical and regulatory expertise to ensure compliance, safe workplaces, and continuous EHS improvement.
• Advising site management on EHS compliance issues and corrective actions on industrial hygiene, process safety, water pollution controls and permitting, solid and hazardous waste management, stormwater pollution controls and permitting, and EHS management systems.
• Leading emergency response efforts as an active member of the RTP Crisis Management Team.
• Managing chemical inventory processes for RTP sites.
• Conducting EHS training and participating in site safety committees.
• Supporting audit preparations, follow-ups, and maintaining audit readiness.
• Maintaining state and local environmental compliance certifications.
• Promoting safe working practices and ensuring adherence to all safety rules.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in safety, engineering, technical, science, or other related field of study is required.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated EHS experience in a manufacturing, research environment, or other highly-regulated environment, preferably within chemical manufacturing.
• Have a working knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety technologies and applicable regulations (including water pollution, waste management and industrial hygiene).
• Show occupational safety expertise through hands-on experience in EHS practices.
• Demonstrate strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Are able to travel up to 10%, domestically.

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!

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.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.