Sr PSM Specialist

CJ Schwan's; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Annual bonus

Time off

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Sr. PSM Specialist for day shift to own the Process Safety Management program and drive regulatory compliance across the site.

You will lead the fourteen PSM elements, coordinate EPA RMP requirements, and partner with EHS and operations to strengthen safety and operations. Base salary ranges from $75,000 to $125,000 with a 10% incentive and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental, Safety Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience, ideally with ammonia refrigeration.
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA compliance requirements and regulatory processes.
• Experience in PSM, ammonia refrigeration systems, and safety program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OSHA PSM compliance and EPA RMP requirements.
• Lead PSM/RMP incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Coordinate and document all fourteen PSM elements and EPA requirements.
• Perform hazard evaluations (PHAs) and revalidations for projects.
• Support emergency planning and HazMat activities with site leadership and EHS.
• Collaborate with operations to strengthen safety and process excellence.

Skills

PSM experience

Regulatory compliance

Safety program implementation

Hazard identification methods

Ammonia refrigeration knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Engineering

Tools

HazID

What-If analyses

HazOp

LOPA

Job description

SR. PSM Specialist - Day Shift

CJ Schwan’s, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! Our brand-new, nearly 400,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD, is taking shape — and we’re ramping up hiring for key roles. This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. We’re building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together. Join our team as a Sr. PSM Specialist and play a key role in advancing a best-in-class Process Safety Management program. You’ll own PSM program elements, ensure compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen safety and operational excellence.

What You Will Do

• Drives compliance with OSHA's Process Safety Management Standard, EPAs Chemical Accident Prevention Provision Risk Management Plan (RMP) regulation and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Consults and coaches’ leaders to ensure environmental, health and safety (EHS) policies/procedures and supports the EHS department to ensure OSHA and EPA compliance at all times.
• Updates, manages, coordinates, and implements all fourteen (14) elements programs of the OSHA Process Safety Management standard and the additional requirements of EPA Risk Management Plan regulation.
• Facilitates the facility’s Risk Management Plan is documented, updated and maintained as required. Submits updates and renewals to meet EPAs requirements.
• Facilitates and documents the PHA/hazard evaluations both for initial PHAs, revalidations, revisions, and projects.
• Leads and facilitates PSM/RMP incident investigations and root cause analyses often specific to refrigeration and ammonia systems. Updates reports and submittals as required by OSHA and EPA including RMP updates.
• Works with site leadership and EHS Department to ensure emergency planning and response procedures are developed and maintained as required. Will also support the Facility Hazmat team and may serve as a HazMat team member where applicable.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Safety, Environmental, Safety Science, Engineering, or related area.
• 5+ years of related experience, ideally within an environment that utilizes ammonia refrigeration.
• Knowledge of State/Federal EPA and OSHA compliance requirements, and of regulatory requirements, procedures, and legislative processes.
• Experience in PSM, Ammonia refrigeration systems, and implementing safety programs in manufacturing and agricultural environments.
• Experience in hazard evaluation techniques such as Hazard Identification (HazID), What-If, Hazard and Operability (HazOp), Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) and others as needed.

What We Offer

The base salary range for this position is $75,000to $125,000 annually, with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email [e-mail].