PSM Specialist [ML-15114]

Shirley Parsons; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons is seeking a PSM Specialist to lead site Process Safety Management and ensure OSHA PSM and EPA RMP compliance at a complex chemical manufacturing site. You will drive continuous improvement in risk management programs and provide process safety expertise across operations, engineering, and EHS functions.

The role emphasizes risk assessments, PHAs, and regulatory reporting, with a strong visibility requirement and opportunities to influence site-wide safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field; CSP preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP programs.
• Strong background in risk assessments, PHAs, and process safety compliance.
• Experience with risk modeling tools, quantitative risk assessments, and process safety studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain site Process Safety Management (PSM) programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and oversee corrective action plans.
• Manage key PSM elements including Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and compliance audits.
• Maintain Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements and regulatory reporting.
• Provide process safety expertise and support site-wide EHS initiatives.

Skills

Process safety

PHAs

Risk assessments

MOC/PSSR

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

CSP certification

Tools

Risk modeling software

Regulatory reporting systems

Job description

A global chemicals manufacturer is seeking a PSM Specialist to support a complex manufacturing site. This person will be responsible for leading process safety initiatives, ensuring OSHA PSM and EPA RMP compliance, and driving continuous improvement in risk management programs. The role offers strong visibility across operations, engineering, and EHS functions while helping maintain safe and compliant production processes.

The Role

• Lead and maintain site Process Safety Management (PSM) programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and oversee corrective action plans.
• Manage key PSM elements including Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and compliance audits.
• Maintain Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements and regulatory reporting.
• Provide process safety expertise and support site-wide EHS initiatives.

The Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field; CSP preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP programs.
• Strong background in risk assessments, PHAs, and process safety compliance.
• Experience with risk modeling tools, quantitative risk assessments, and process safety studies.