PSM Manager

Amvac Chemical - Axis, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Axis, AL

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The PSM Manager for Axis, Alabama supports manufacturing operations in achieving Process Safety by maintaining the PSM program AMVAC's manufacturing plant and surrounding sites. The PSM (Process Safety Management) Manager is responsible for setting up and reporting key metrics relating to the field of Process Safety. The PSM Manager will work closely with the plant management and the EHS Department to assure proper information is developed, reviewed and made available to meet company, local and federal regulations. AMVAC, an American Vanguard Company (NYSE: AVD) headquartered in the U.S., is a solutions provider for global agriculture that is committed to technology, innovation, and sustainability with a diverse portfolio of products. AMVAC develops, manufacturers and markets solutions for crop protection and nutrition, turf and ornamentals management and commercial and consumer pest control. We focus on four innovation platforms: Proven Chemistries, Precision Agriculture, GreenSolutions, and Sustainability Solutions for plant and soil health.

Responsibilities

• Assure compliance with all 14 elements of PSM
• Perform audits and oversights to ensure that facilities are maintaining a system to keep current all related PSM and RMP records and documentation
• Work through MOC's (management of change) and assist with PHA's (Process Hazard Analysis)
• Assist the operation groups with resolution and correct non-compliance issues that come from internal and external audits
• Become familiar and provide guidance to Operations to ensure that applicable personnel are adequately trained as relates to PSM compliance
• Communicate and interface with Company personnel including making recommendations for and implementing changes for improvement, replacement, and additions required for compliance and safe and continued operation
• Stay current with the latest regulations and standards associated with PSM and RMP
• Set up and monitor Process Safety metrics
• Ensure plant PHA leaders are trained in proper PHA techniques
• Review results of all PHAs for quality and thoroughness
• Provide support for LOPA (Layers of Protection Analysis) reviews of those risk scenarios requiring further assessment
• Track and follow-up of action items & completion to ensure timely solutions of any findings from PSM audits, PHA studies and other PSM assessment activities
• Participate in select Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) and review site PSSRs for quality and completeness as required
• Support Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) through the review and assessment of PSM requirements
• Participate in Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analysis
• Communicate with local regulatory agencies as it relates to Process Safety Management
• Provide evaluations and progress reports of ongoing programs to management
• Provide expert technical support in identifying and resolving critical regulatory issues
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory safety and environmental requirements
• Travel (occasionally) to other sites or to attend meetings and/or conferences
• Performs other assignments as necessary and directed by management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering (BS ChE) or equivalent field
• 5+ years chemical plant experience with a broad technical understanding of plant operations
• 3+ years PSM experience including implementing and facilitating the plant PSM program
• Detailed knowledge of local, state and federal regulations (OSHA, PSM, RMP, EPA, etc.)
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 PSM and EPA 40 CFR Part 68 Risk Management program knowledge preferred
• Strong safety experience
• Experience conducting Data analysis and Root Cause analysis using various program
• Incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis techniques preferred
• Risk/consequence modeling experience desirable
• Experience in management of contractors and other technical resources a plus
• Trained PHA Facilitator / Leader preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence operations, and build consensus across all functions
• Experience with using and leading Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) studies by various techniques
• Must be a role model and be recognized as a leader
• Strong computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required
• Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify potential risks and associated mitigations
• Able to bring new ideas and an innovative approach to problem solving
• Demonstrated skills in risk-based decision making, effectively coordinating safety and business needs
• Pass pre-employment physical, drug test and criminal background check

Benefits

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision offered at low cost to employees and their families
• Life; AD&D insurance for employees and their families
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching after 30 days
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available
• Wellness program; tuition reimbursement and other benefits