What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Safety Manager position at FPC of Savannah?
Is Process Safety important to you? It is to my client too... seeking a Process Safety Manager to join a team and support supports manufacturing operations in maintaining compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations and best practices.
This role is responsible for overseeing the PSM program, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations, and setting up key safety metrics. The PSM Manager will collaborate closely with plant management and the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) department to ensure proper documentation, training, and implementation of safety protocols while ensuring compliance with the 14 elements of PSM.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct audits and oversight to maintain PSM and Risk Management Program (RMP) documentation
- Assist with Management of Change (MOC) processes and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA)
- Work with operations teams to address and correct non-compliance issues from audits
- Provide training and guidance to personnel on PSM compliance
- Recommend and implement improvements to enhance safety and regulatory compliance
- Stay updated on evolving PSM and RMP regulations
- Establish and track Process Safety metrics
- Train plant PHA leaders and review PHA results for quality and thoroughness
- Support Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) for high-risk scenarios
- Track and follow up on audit findings, ensuring timely resolution
- Participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) and ensure quality assessments
- Assist EHS efforts in reviewing PSM requirements
- Engage in incident investigations and root cause analysis
- Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding PSM compliance
- Provide reports and evaluations of safety programs to management
- Offer technical support for regulatory compliance and risk mitigation
- Occasional travel to other sites for meetings or training
Skills & Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in chemical plant operations with a strong technical background
- 3 years of experience in PSM implementation and facilitation
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA, PSM, RMP, and EPA regulations
- Familiarity with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 and EPA 40 CFR Part 68 preferred
- Strong safety and incident investigation experience
- Data analysis and root cause analysis expertise preferred
- Risk/consequence modeling experience is a plus
- Experience managing contractors and technical resources beneficial
- PHA Facilitator/Leader certification preferred
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
- Ability to influence operations and drive consensus across functions
- Proficiency in conducting PHA studies using various methodologies
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
- Strategic thinking with risk identification and mitigation expertise
- Innovative problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to balance safety and business needs in decision-making
- Must pass pre-employment physical, drug test, and background check
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required (Chemical Engineering or related field preferred)
This role is an opportunity to lead and enhance safety programs in a manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in process safety management.
