PSM Specialist

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The Environmental/PSM Specialist is responsible for the Environmental Management System (EMS) and associated ISO 14001 conformance, the Risk Management Plan program to meet the requirements of 40 CFR 68 and Clean Air Act 112r, the Process Safety Management regulation to meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.119, maintaining/updating the documentation supporting the facility implementation of the fourteen (14) elements of the Process Safety Management program, wastewater treatment plant operation, air permitting and reporting, EPCRA reporting, storm water pollution prevention, spill prevention controls and countermeasures, hazardous waste and other regulatory programs. This position is responsible for contributing to a safe workplace and will lead the identification of and response to the environmental and processes safety management needs and concerns of regulators, company management and employees.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensures conformance to environmental regulations and company environmental policies and guidelines. Responsible for Environmental Management System, Risk Management Program, wastewater treatment plant operation, air permitting and reporting, EPCRA reporting, storm water pollution prevention, spill prevention controls and countermeasures and hazardous waste.

• Maintains ISO 14001 certification and conformance to the standard.

• Assists with environmental site audits and coordinates the facility response to findings.

• Ensures facility compliance RMP/PSM program.

• Prepares permit applications for modifications and renewals.

• Works with Corporate and Plant engineers on construction projects.

• Gathers and centrally organizes information pertaining to all 14 elements of PSM to sustain the program.

• Assists with the development and maintenance of written process safety information identifying workplace chemical and process hazards, equipment and technology used in the processes.

• Develops and implements a point of use library containing all process safety information in accordance with OSHA 1910.119.

• Prepares compliance manuals, as necessary.

• Assists with the organization and execution of Process Hazard Analysis of all plant units.

• Manages the Management of Change Program to include the tracking of change submittals and approvals, start-up approvals, assisting with the development of operating procedures, tracking results of hazard evaluation, training of personnel on changes and updating Process Safety Information.

• Participates in compliance audits for PSM to include preparing for the audits, tracking status of recommendations against due dates to ensure zero late action items and ensures documentation is available for employees at the facility.

• Assists with performance of workplace hazard assessment, including identification of potential sources of accidental releases and identification of any previous release within the facility that had a potential for catastrophic consequences in the workplace.

• Consults with effected employees and maintains documentation that supports employee participation with the PSM program.

• Assists Facility Operations with development of written operating procedures for the chemical processes, including procedures for each operating phase, operating limitations, and safety and health considerations.

• Assists with the performance of Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) of all newly installed or modified equipment. Tracks the status of recommendations and completion as identified in the performance of the PSSR. Periodically audits the PSM Program.

• Enlists and trains other department personnel to assist in the development and implementation of the PSM program elements.

• Ensures all associated documentation is filed, indexed and maintained sufficiently for third party compliance auditing, per the facility PSM program procedures.

• Ensures Site's EPA RMP file is kept up to date including the 5-year accident history report.

• Assists facility management with development of annual program implementation goals, provides periodic reports and distributes as required.

•  Other activities as directed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. 

• Demonstrated computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer and industry specific software packages.

• Refrigeration/ammonia experience, preferred.

• Possess an understanding of document control as it relates to the PSM process.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, self-starting and proactive, and have strong organizational skills. Must be able to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, set goals, and complete commitment on schedule.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to make presentations to a wide range audience including management, technical, and non-technical levels on program status and identified objectives.

• May be required to travel.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Extremes of cold, heat, humidity, heights, loud noise (required to wear hearing protection), odors that vary dependent upon particular work area

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Indoor and outdoor.

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Stairs, heights, some ladder climbing, extreme temperature swings both indoors and out, wet and humid atmospheres

• Work alternate shifts and some weekends.

EEO/AA Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.