Cris Parson
About Cris Parson
Cris Parson is the EHS Regional Manager at Chemtrade in Beaumont, Texas, with over 30 years of experience in the chemical industry, specializing in environmental, health, and safety compliance.
Current Position as EHS Regional Manager
Cris Parson currently serves as the EHS Regional Manager at Chemtrade, based in Beaumont, Texas. In this role, Parson oversees Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance across the region, leveraging over 30 years of experience in the chemical industry. His experience and extensive background ensure that the company meets regulatory standards and maintains safe working conditions throughout its operations in Beaumont and beyond.
Previous Role at Chemtrade
From 2014 to 2020, Cris Parson worked at Chemtrade as an EHS Specialist in Corporate Compliance. During his six-year tenure in Beaumont, Texas, Parson was responsible for ensuring the company adhered to all corporate EHS policies. His work involved regularly conducting compliance audits, implementing EHS programs, and ensuring all regulatory requirements were met.
Early Career and Roles at Flint Hills Resources
Cris Parson spent a considerable part of his career at Flint Hills Resources, holding multiple roles from 2007 to 2013. He started as an LDAR Supervisor in the Odessa/Midland, Texas Area and then transitioned to the role of LDAR Coordinator / BWON Coordinator in Port Arthur, Texas. His last position with Flint Hills Resources was as Compliance System Owner - LDAR, where he ensured the company's leak detection and repair systems met all necessary compliance standards.
Extensive Experience in the Chemical Industry
With over three decades of experience in the chemical industry, Cris Parson has specialized in various aspects of EHS compliance. His extensive career includes significant roles related to Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programs, demonstrating a solid understanding of environmental compliance issues. Parson's long-standing involvement in the industry includes positions in key Texas locations such as Beaumont, Port Arthur, and the Odessa/Midland area.
Education Background
Cris Parson attended Odessa College from 1989 to 1991. He completed his high school education at Permian High School, graduating in 1989 after two years of study. Parson's education laid the groundwork for his extensive career in the chemical industry, providing him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his various roles in EHS compliance.