Process Safety Engineer - Dawson, GA

ADM; Dawson (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural processing company in Dawson, GA, seeks a Process Safety Engineer to implement and advance safety management systems while fostering a strong safety culture within the facility. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemical Engineering and over five years of experience in process safety management within the manufacturing sector. This role involves training staff, monitoring safety performance, and ensuring continuous improvement initiatives are met.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PSM experience in a chemical manufacturing or agricultural processing facility.
• Strong engineering knowledge and experience applying the 14 elements of PSM.
• Cultural awareness and ability to bridge cross-cultural boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safety culture across the facility.
• Monitor and report PSM performance; advise on improvements.
• Provide PSM training to plant leadership and engineers.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Process Safety Engineer - Dawson, GA

As the Process Safety Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of leading change. Your role will be to own the implementation of progressive ADM Process Safety Management (PSM) systems, not just to meet, but to exceed, corporate and local compliance standards. You'll leverage your technical expertise and exceptional team-building capabilities to engage our diverse workforce, ranging from frontline to leadership, in advancing our PSM systems.
This role will be based in one of our Dawson Oil Complex manufacturing plants, with flexibility to engage in PSM process throughout the Complex. The position reports directly to a Plant Manager. Get ready to embark on a purposeful and rewarding career experience where your technical expertise and leadership will drive a transformation.
The Dawson Golden Peanut Complex, located in Dawson, GA, consists of 4 processing plants, peanut oil refining, peanut oil extraction, peanut oil shelling, hull and fiber processing, as well as a peanut procurement operation. It is staffed by approximately 150 employees and 50 contractors.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish a safety culture across the facility based on reviewing and meeting goals, continuous risk reduction and prevention of process safety incidents.
• Monitor, evaluate and report PSM performance at the facility and advise management on further improvements, working collaboratively with the Health & Safety Center of Expertise in the North American region to align on PSM Programs and Goals.
• Provide PSM training to different layers of plant leadership and engineers at the facility.
• Conduct and participate in PSM Compliance Audits and assessments
• Organize and maintain technical process safety documentation.
• Leads and facilitate local PSM Risk Assessments and related action plans.
• Lead and facilitate local PSM incident investigations; Prepare and share Safety Alerts and Best Practices
• Project design, development and management that are specific to PSM improvements
• Review and approve/correct MOC requests related to changes in the process
• Review and approve implementation and function of Process Safety Devices in the plant

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of PSM experience, preferably in a chemical manufacturing or agricultural processing facility and strong engineering knowledge
• Robust experience in applying the 14 elements of PSM
• Strong problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a results focused approach
• Strong leadership, change management and project/program management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, acts as a reliable pro-active communicator
• A drive for success, a continuous improvement approach, a consistently positive attitude and outlook
• Cultural awareness and the ability to bridge cross-cultural boundaries
• Must be able to accomplish results by working effectively with others and be willing and able to work in plant areas (i.e. walk long distances, stand, climb stairs and ladders and move through close spaces) to understand and monitor the process.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changing requirements and be capable of working in hot and cold temperatures.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.