Sr. Manager Process Safety Management

1010 Lamb Weston, Inc; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Well‑being programs

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness – 401(k)

Job summary

Lamb Weston is seeking a Senior Manager, Process Safety Management in Kennewick, WA. You will lead process safety programs, maintain safety standards, and drive risk reduction across all facilities, partnering with senior leaders and engineering teams.

The role focuses on PSM, RMP, and related systems, with oversight of audits, investigations, and continuous improvement. Leadership and mentoring of engineers and site teams are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years progressive experience in PSM, RMP, MI, MOC & PHA.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and governance for process safety programs across facilities.
• Own and maintain corporate process safety standards, tools, training, and program requirements for PSM and RMP.
• Lead audits, PHAs, mechanical integrity programs, and corrective action management.
• Collaborate with Central Engineering to align safety standards with best practices.
• Coach and develop Process Safety Engineers and site teams.

Skills

Leadership

PSM knowledge

Audits

Training

Mentoring

Contractor management

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Title: Sr. Manager Process Safety Management Location: Kennewick, WA Job Requisition ID: Req-272124 Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands‑on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together. If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

The Senior Manager, Process Safety Management provides enterprise-wide leadership, strategy, and governance for process safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and risk reduction across Lamb Weston. This role owns and advances the company’s Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) programs, as well as internal process safety standards related to fryer, steam, natural gas, and biogas systems. The Senior Manager establishes consistent, sustainable, and competency-based process safety programs across all facilities, partnering with site leaders and process safety resources to ensure effective implementation and compliance. Serving as the company's process safety subject matter expert, this position leads process safety audits, supports corrective action management, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and provides guidance to process safety engineers and site coordinators to strengthen risk management capabilities and overall program performance.

Job Description

Provide strategic leadership and governance for Lamb Weston’s process safety programs, ensuring consistent, sustainable, and compliant implementation across all facilities. Own and maintain corporate process safety standards, tools, training, and program requirements for PSM, RMP, fryer, steam, natural gas, and biogas systems. Partner with senior leaders, plant managers, and engineering teams to align process safety priorities with business objectives and communicate program performance through key metrics and KPIs. Lead and support process safety compliance activities, including audits, process hazard analyses (PHAs), mechanical integrity programs, incident investigations, and corrective action management. Collaborate with Central Engineering to ensure engineering standards and specifications align with process safety requirements and best practices. Serve as the company subject matter expert for OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and process safety systems related to ammonia refrigeration, chlorine disinfection, fryers, steam, natural gas, and biogas. Drive continuous improvement by identifying risks, evaluating program effectiveness, and ensuring timely closure of corrective and preventive actions. Coach, mentor, and develop Process Safety Engineers, PSM Coordinators, and site teams to strengthen process safety knowledge, capability, and program ownership. Support facilities in integrating process safety programs into the EHSS Management System and operational processes. Provide guidance on contractor management, project execution, early management, and startup processes to ensure compliance with process safety standards. Facilitate platform-wide process safety reviews, training programs, and knowledge-sharing opportunities to promote consistency and best‑practice adoption. Support facilities with process safety budgeting, performance reporting, regulatory inspections, and risk mitigation initiatives.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, in engineering or science.
• Master’s degree in engineering or science preferred.
• 10+ years progressive experience in PSM, RMP, MI, MOC & PHA.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience related to manufacturing required.
• RETA training is preferred.
• PE preferred.
• Application of process safety to other areas of a manufacturing environment.
• Conversant in IIAR & IRC standards as well as other applicable codes and standards (ANSI/ASHRAE, ASTM, Building Codes, Fire Codes, Electrical Codes, etc.).
• Deep knowledge of 24/7 manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of all PSM and RMP requirements and their impact on the food industry.
• Good leadership and presentation skills.
• Experience with developing and implementing training programs.
• Knowledgeable of operational & mechanical equipment, control, and practices for refrigeration systems at facilities utilizing cooling & freezing systems.
• Understanding of food processing sanitation and quality control needs in manufacturing consumer food products.

Industry-Competitive Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well‑being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
• Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs. Anticipated Close Date: 12/28/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below. Pay Rate or Range: $131,130.00 - $196,660.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law

Company Overview

Started in 1950 on a small farm in the Northwest region of the U.S., Lamb Weston has grown to be one of the world’s largest frozen potato companies, happily delivering the delicious goodness of fries to more than 100 countries. Lamb Weston has created inventive products and processes that are standards in the industry. When we look at a potato, we see possibilities. Our people are a valuable and integral part of our business and play a vital role in our success as an organization. At Lamb Weston we offer the financial stability and career potential of a true industry leader. Lamb Weston will offer you the opportunity to put your education and skills to work as part of a great team, contributing to the achievement of the organization’s goals and objectives. You will be challenged to take responsibility, drive results, show creativity, and display initiative - and you will be rewarded for your contributions and impact. Let’s explore the possibilities together.