Manager, Process Safety

W.R. Grace & Co.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace is seeking a Process Safety Leader to drive the plant's process safety initiatives at the Curtis Bay, MD site. The role partners with maintenance, engineering, and operations on PSM activities, risk assessments, training, and incident investigations to improve safety and reliability.

The successful candidate will manage MOC processes, support PSM information systems, and contribute to capital project input to strengthen EHS deliverables. On-site work and strong leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in process safety, manufacturing, engineering, or operations in chemical-related industries.
• Experience facilitating Process Hazard Analyses (PHA/HAZOP).
• Experience with incident investigations and root cause analysis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the site Process Safety Management (PSM) program and ensure information is accurate and accessible.
• Ensure conformity with Grace procedures and OSHA 1910.119 PSM requirements and related regulations.
• Facilitate PHA/LOPA and risk assessments (HAZOPs, What-ifs, FMEA).
• Manage the site Safety Instrumented Systems program and oversee devices design/installation.
• Participate in incident investigations and RCCA; address findings and corrective actions.
• Conduct field walks with proper PPE to verify safeguards during startups and changes.

Skills

Process safety

PHA/HAZOP

LOPA

Incident investigation

Root cause analysis

Management of Change

Field safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Eng

Tools

Enablon

Job description

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Band Grade :4-15
Annual Wage Range: $126,156.80 - $173,465.60
Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

The Process Safety Leader is responsible for plant process safety initiatives and plays a critical role leading and driving business and operational objectives. These include EHS, Quality, Productivity, and Cost Effectiveness. They partner and advise maintenance, process technology, engineering and operations on all elements of Process Safety program. Their collaboration includes Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) /Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), risk assessment, process safety training, incident investigation, root cause analysis (RCA), audits, management of change (MOC), prestart up safety reviews, and corrective action management.

The Process Safety Leader is on-site in Curtis Bay, MD reporting to the Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS) Manager.

• Manage and oversee the site Process Safety Management (PSM) program to ensure all Process Safety Information is accurate, available, and organized for ongoing processes, including but not limited to gatekeeping the Management of Change process (MOC), managing site PSM system (Enablon) as an administrator, and following up with any past due open actions.
• Ensure site and staff conformity with Grace Process Safety Implementing Procedures and OSHA 1910.119 Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals as well as Risk Management Program
• Facilitate Process Hazard Analysis and risk assessments - to include HAZOPs, What-Ifs, FMEA, LOPA
• Manage and oversee the site Safety Instrumented Systems program, including the design installation of new devices
• Participate in incident investigation and reporting techniques and Root cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA)
• Responsible for the process safety related material (PSE Events, PHAs, MOCs, process safety audit findings, incident investigation etc)
• Participate in field walks with proper PPE to evaluate proper safeguards are in place for process startups and process/equipment changes
• Oversee the Relief and Pressure device site program which includes preparing/reviewing calculations and managing documentation
• Oversee the site Facility Siting Program
• Provide input into capital budget to drive improved PSM and EHS deliverables, proactively identify development opportunities to build PSM and EHS expertise

Physical Requirements and Environment

• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials
• Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in process safety, manufacturing, engineering, or operations within the chemical, petrochemical, refining, specialty chemicals, or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating Process Hazard Analyses (PHA/HAZOP).
• Experience with incident investigations and root cause analysis methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing or highly hazardous process environments.
• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing sites.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations.
• Familiarity with LOPA, SIL assessments, quantitative risk analysis, and consequence modeling.
• Certified Functional Safety Engineer (CFSE), CCPSC, CSP, PE, or other relevant certifications.
• Experience with corporate process safety governance and auditing programs.
• Proven track record leading process safety improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

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