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At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.
Reimagine What’s Possible
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases, has an immediate opportunity for an Industrial Hygienist to be hybrid based in either Houston, TX, Phoenix, AZ or Allentown, PA.
The Industrial Hygienist reports to the Americas Industrial Hygiene Manager and provides direct field support and program expertise to facilities in North America. The Industrial Hygienist supports all company operations including industrial gas and chemical manufacturing facilities, customer service and equipment maintenance organizations, transportation, R&D, and office settings.
The fundamental objective of this position is to maintain healthful working environments through the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational health risks. The successful Industrial Hygienist must be self-motivated and comfortable working independently to influence and drive results in a large, matrixed company and a dynamic work environment.
What's In It for You:
At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!
- Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
- 401k with 100% vested company core and match
- Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
- Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
- Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
- Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
- Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Many more supplemental benefits available
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written in English. Ability to communicate complex, technical material in a concise manner.
- Fluency in Spanish is preferred but is not required.
- Strong commitment to employee involvement, team building, diversity & inclusion.
- Ability to work independently with demonstrated skills in time and project management.
- Subject matter expertise in U.S. regulations and polices from OSHA, MSHA, CGA, etc.
- Training and experience in incident investigation (Cause and Effects Analysis).
- Continuous Improvement (CI) facilitator training a plus (Cause and Effects, Mistake-proofing, Mapping, etc.).
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mentor and support plant leaders on Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomics topics.
- Develop appropriate strategies for quantitative workplace assessment including frequency, duration, location, and sampling technology to accurately evaluate worker exposure to airborne stressors, radiation, heat stress, and biological agents.
- Perform chemical air sampling, noise dosimetry, sound level mapping, physical and biological hazard assessments.
- Conduct Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomic risk assessments in a manner consistent with Company standards and procedures.
- Develop ergonomic risk assessment strategies including task assessment prioritization, industrial and office ergonomic evaluations, and selection and prioritization of control measures.
- Prescribe control methodologies using material substitution, process modification, ventilation, personal protective equipment and/or changes in work practices.
- Develop and deliver industrial hygiene training programs.
- Develop and implement Company occupational health standards.
- Consult with managers and regulatory officials regarding findings and remediation.
- Data analysis in support of the stated objectives including exposure data evaluations and injury statistics and trending.
- Provide industrial hygiene expertise as needed in the course of risk assessments, facility EH&S audits, and government inspections.
- Participate constructively in activities of professional organizations, peer companies, and regulatory groups to promote understanding, assessment, and control of hazards and advance the industrial hygiene profession.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to fulfill all physical demands listed:
- Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, ramps, and stairs; walk safely on uneven terrain.
- Wear PPE for up to a full workday in industrial environments including safety shoes, hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and FR clothing.
- Ability to work most of the day on your feet and work in cold and hot environments.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift IH equipment.
- Hear and react to vehicle backup alarms, warning alarms and sirens and ability to respond quickly to sounds.
- See and respond to dangerous situations.
MINIMUM HIRING REQUIREMENTS
- 2-10 years' experience in an Industrial Hygiene role is required.
- Industrial gas or chemical industry experience is preferred but is not required.
- A bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene or a related technical field is required.
- A Master’s degree in IH, public health or a related field is preferred but is not required.
- Certification by BGC/ABIH in the comprehensive practice of industrial hygiene as a CIH, or Certified Industrial Hygienist is preferred but is not required however, the candidate will be expected to be on the path to IH certification.
- Ability and flexibility to travel domestically outside home state, expected travel is 40% to 50%. Some international travel may be required.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to access and safely operate a reliable personal vehicle on an ongoing basis.
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Join Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans bring to the table. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.
Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
INTRODUCTION
At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.
Reimagine What’s Possible
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases, has an immediate opportunity for an Industrial Hygienist to be hybrid based in either Houston, TX, Phoenix, AZ or Allentown, PA.
The Industrial Hygienist reports to the Americas Industrial Hygiene Manager and provides direct field support and program expertise to facilities in North America. The Industrial Hygienist supports all company operations including industrial gas and chemical manufacturing facilities, customer service and equipment maintenance organizations, transportation, R&D, and office settings.
The fundamental objective of this position is to maintain healthful working environments through the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational health risks. The successful Industrial Hygienist must be self-motivated and comfortable working independently to influence and drive results in a large, matrixed company and a dynamic work environment.
What's In It for You:
At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!
- Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
- 401k with 100% vested company core and match
- Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
- Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
- Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
- Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
- Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Many more supplemental benefits available
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written in English. Ability to communicate complex, technical material in a concise manner.
- Fluency in Spanish is preferred but is not required.
- Strong commitment to employee involvement, team building, diversity & inclusion.
- Ability to work independently with demonstrated skills in time and project management.
- Subject matter expertise in U.S. regulations and polices from OSHA, MSHA, CGA, etc.
- Training and experience in incident investigation (Cause and Effects Analysis).
- Continuous Improvement (CI) facilitator training a plus (Cause and Effects, Mistake-proofing, Mapping, etc.).
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mentor and support plant leaders on Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomics topics.
- Develop appropriate strategies for quantitative workplace assessment including frequency, duration, location, and sampling technology to accurately evaluate worker exposure to airborne stressors, radiation, heat stress, and biological agents.
- Perform chemical air sampling, noise dosimetry, sound level mapping, physical and biological hazard assessments.
- Conduct Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomic risk assessments in a manner consistent with Company standards and procedures.
- Develop ergonomic risk assessment strategies including task assessment prioritization, industrial and office ergonomic evaluations, and selection and prioritization of control measures.
- Prescribe control methodologies using material substitution, process modification, ventilation, personal protective equipment and/or changes in work practices.
- Develop and deliver industrial hygiene training programs.
- Develop and implement Company occupational health standards.
- Consult with managers and regulatory officials regarding findings and remediation.
- Data analysis in support of the stated objectives including exposure data evaluations and injury statistics and trending.
- Provide industrial hygiene expertise as needed in the course of risk assessments, facility EH&S audits, and government inspections.
- Participate constructively in activities of professional organizations, peer companies, and regulatory groups to promote understanding, assessment, and control of hazards and advance the industrial hygiene profession.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to fulfill all physical demands listed:
- Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, ramps, and stairs; walk safely on uneven terrain.
- Wear PPE for up to a full workday in industrial environments including safety shoes, hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and FR clothing.
- Ability to work most of the day on your feet and work in cold and hot environments.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift IH equipment.
- Hear and react to vehicle backup alarms, warning alarms and sirens and ability to respond quickly to sounds.
- See and respond to dangerous situations.
MINIMUM HIRING REQUIREMENTS
- 2-10 years' experience in an Industrial Hygiene role is required.
- Industrial gas or chemical industry experience is preferred but is not required.
- A bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene or a related technical field is required.
- A Master’s degree in IH, public health or a related field is preferred but is not required.
- Certification by BGC/ABIH in the comprehensive practice of industrial hygiene as a CIH, or Certified Industrial Hygienist is preferred but is not required however, the candidate will be expected to be on the path to IH certification.
- Ability and flexibility to travel domestically outside home state, expected travel is 40% to 50%. Some international travel may be required.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to access and safely operate a reliable personal vehicle on an ongoing basis.
INDCOR
LI-Hybrid
LI-CH1
Join Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans bring to the table. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.
Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
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Align your CIH credential with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to document that the job duties genuinely require your specific qualifications. A CIH credential combined with a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, or a related field strengthens the minimum requirements definition and reduces audit risk.
Target industries with recurring PERM filing patterns
Manufacturing, petrochemical, construction, and federal contracting firms sponsor industrial hygienists most frequently. Search OFLC PERM disclosure data by SOC code 29-9011 to identify employers who have certified hygienist roles before, then focus your applications there.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Industrial Hygienist roles by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This cuts the time spent researching which companies will actually support a PERM filing versus those that won't.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before your offer
If the role requires a master's degree or you hold an advanced degree, negotiate for EB-2 classification, which skips PERM's wage-level constraints for advanced-degree professionals. EB-3 works for bachelor's-level positions but typically involves longer priority date waits for high-demand countries.
Confirm your employer uses E-Verify before accepting
Federal contractors and many large industrial employers must use E-Verify for employment authorization. Confirming your prospective employer is already enrolled avoids delays once USCIS approves your I-140 and you move toward adjustment of status.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify your prevailing wage tier
PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the prevailing wage DOL certifies for your location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 29-9011 in your target metro before negotiations so you can identify whether your offer will satisfy DOL's wage requirements.
Green Card Certified Industrial Hygienist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Certified Industrial Hygienist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Certified Industrial Hygienist positions can qualify for either category depending on how the employer defines the role. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, safety, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials. Your employer's attorney drafts the job description to match the appropriate category, so the framing of minimum requirements matters significantly.
How is the PERM green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a two-year initial period and lottery risk for cap-subject petitions. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery and no cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process is slower, often taking 12 to 24 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is a path to lawful permanent residency rather than repeated visa renewals.
How do I find employers who will actually sponsor a green card for this position?
Most job postings don't specify green card sponsorship, so identifying willing employers requires research. Migrate Mate filters Certified Industrial Hygienist listings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can focus on companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than educating a first-time sponsor from scratch.
What role does the CIH credential play in a PERM application?
The ABIH's CIH certification is an industry-recognized professional credential, but PERM's minimum requirements must be tied to education and experience rather than professional certifications alone. Your employer can list CIH certification as a preferred or required qualification in the job description, which helps demonstrate the specialized nature of the role and supports an EB-2 advanced-degree classification if combined with a relevant master's degree.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. PERM labor certification can run concurrently with active H-1B or OPT employment. Many employers begin PERM filings early to lock in a priority date, since processing at DOL currently takes 12 to 18 months for standard applications. Filing early protects against future backlogs, particularly for candidates from countries like India or China where EB-3 priority dates move slowly.