What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior/Lead Process Safety Analyst position at NiSource?
Job Summary - 108226 - Sr Process Safety Analyst
NiSource is seeking a Process Safety Analyst (level based on experience) to lead the organization in supporting the continued development of the work methods system. The Process Safety Analyst will coordinate and facilitate the development of work methods across the organization. This role is pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role may include the administration of the Work Methods application to ensure all work methods are accessible, accurate, and up to date. The Process Safety Analyst will collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. These roles will integrate within operations and will add value by taking challenges that front line leaders, and their front-line workers face and build solutions that drive safety, engagement, efficiency and effectiveness to the task level.
Essential Functions
Facilitate with process stakeholders with the development and change effort to establish ongoing work method sustainability within NiSource operations.
Observe and coach leadership to identify policy, process, procedural, and work method gaps.
Identify processes and training gaps and implement corrective actions through training, system or process improvements.
Develop and document existing and new work methods through the collaboration of subject matter experts.
Coaches and teaches continuous improvement methodologies and tools including, Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, time studies, value stream mapping and other process improvement methods to facilitate continuous improvement projects.
Assure compliance to company standards, policies, work methods and processes through support of a internal audit process.
Administer / facilitate document management tool to control organizational work methods.
Interact with the system / application support group, management and the training center to ensure system, human and process fixes are carried through to completion.
Support the overall vision and direction for the daily operations of the process safety function, including auditing, process development, documentation and improvement.
Observe and facilitate cross-functional discussions with key stakeholders and other impacted parties to identify symptoms and root causes.
Work to overcome significant organizational challenges through collaboration
25% travel is required within NiSource service territory states to meet with different groups for onsite meetings
Required Qualifications For Position
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM or business-related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
5 - 7 years of professional technical writing or process improvement work experience
1 or more years of experience with Accelerator KMS knowledge management tool or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to influence management and front-line workers
Strong knowledge and experience in technical procedure writing and implementation
Knowledge and functional experience in a Safety Management Systems environment.
Outstanding PC / Systems knowledge and skills.
Strong leadership, communications and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Knowledge of work processes / work management within the utility industry a strong plus.
Preference to Industrial Engineering or Quality Management degree holders
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification strong plus
Experience implementing Lean tools and techniques
Compensation Range : $93,800 - $140,700
Job Summary - 108227 - Lead Process Safety Analyst
NiSource is seeking a Process Safety Analyst to lead the organization in supporting the continued development of the work methods system. The Process Safety Analyst will coordinate and facilitate the development of work methods across the organization. This role is pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role may include the administration of the Work Methods application to ensure all work methods are accessible, accurate, and up to date. The Process Safety Analyst will collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. These roles will integrate within operations and will add value by taking challenges that front line leaders, and their front-line workers face and build solutions that drive safety, engagement, efficiency and effectiveness to the task level.
Essential Functions
Lead on the documentation development and change effort to establish ongoing sustainability within NiSource operations.
Lead to identify policy, process, procedural, and work method gaps.
Identify processes and training gaps and implement corrective actions through training, system or process improvements.
Develop and document existing and new work methods through the collaboration of subject matter experts.
Assess the appropriate data analysis, safety management systems, and work methods to ensure the high technical integrity of a quality processes and results.
Assure compliance to company standards, policies, work methods and processes through support of a internal audit process.
Administer / facilitate document management tool to control organizational work methods.
Interact with the system / application support group, management and the training center to ensure system, human and process fixes are carried through to completion.
Support the overall vision and direction for the daily operations of the process safety function, including auditing, process development, documentation and improvement.
Lead CAP(Corrective Action Program) investigations
Work to overcome significant organizational challenges through collaboration
Lead the balance and distribution of assignments.
25% travel is required within NiSource service territory states to meet with different groups for onsite meetings
Required Qualifications For Position
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM or business-related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
8 or more years of professional technical writing or process improvement work experience
2 or more years of experience with Accelerator KMS knowledge management tool or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to influence management and front-line workers
Experience leading Direct Reports
Knowledge of work processes / work management within the utility industry a strong plus.
Strong knowledge and experience in technical procedure writing and implementation
Knowledge and functional experience in a Safety Management Systems environment.
Outstanding PC / Systems knowledge and skills.
Strong leadership, communications and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Preference to Industrial Engineering or Quality Management degree holders
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification strong plus
Experience leading successful DMAIC and PDCA
Experience in management auditing systems a plus.
Experience implementing Lean tools and techniques
Compensation Range : $110,200 - $165,300
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Inclusion & Diversity
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives / convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team / Customers and external partners.
Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team / Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
Salary Range :
93,800.00 - $165,300.00
Posting Start Date : 2025-02-17
Posting End Date (if applicable) :
2025-03-04
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.
We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.
Salary : $93,800 - $165,300
