Process Safety Engineer - Ashland Inc

Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?

Are you always solving?

Then we’d like to meet you and bet you’d like to meet us.

Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Process Safety Engineer to join our Ashland Inc., ISP Technologies, Inc. business at our Texas City, Texas manufacturing plant. This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the process safety function. This position will report to manager of environmental, PSM, Capex, and Training.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Works with manager of environmental, PSM, Capex, and Training and other department staff to establish annual departmental goals and objectives then develops tactical strategies to achieve.
• Keeps manager informed on site safety or PSM issues, audits, and new program implementations.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with OSHA PSM standards by development and updating of PSM programs.
• Serves as PHA/HAZOP Team Leader for the site.              
• Leads the site Management of Change system.
• Review and update PSM and loss control documentation for program improvements and compliance.
• Provides training for employees associated with site Process Safety guidelines and regulations.
• Participates as a team member on internal PSM audits.  Leads action item tracking for PSM audits.
• Works with the plant maintenance team on mechanical integrity.
• Participates in design and implementation of the RC 14001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 EHS management system.

• Participates in other Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

• Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety.

In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:

• B.S. degree in chemical engineering, occupational/industrial safety, industrial hygiene, or related disciplines.
• Minimum five (5) years of prior experience with chemical plant operations, safety policies & procedures, PSM regulations, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and OSHA regulations. 
• Possess training skills and be able to effectively interface with site employees at all levels.
• Valid driver's license to operate plant vehicles.
• Well-versed in chemical process manufacturing, plant safety rules and regulations, Process Safety Management (PSM), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), environmental compliance standards, site quality processes, and budgetary cost control. 
• Organized, an effective communicator, and ability to interface well with employees at all levels.
• Ability to respond appropriately during site emergencies as directed by Site Emergency Manager. 
• Capable of evacuating the manufacturing process areas in a timely manner should an emergency arise. 
• Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment if required to work or visit within the manufacturing process area.  This may include hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, or other equipment as required by the nature of task and location work is performed.  Other physical activities may include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting to 25 lbs., or reaching; depends on the work activity required.  Work is performed in an office/plant environment with frequent trips to operating units to assess equipment or processes, perform inspections and/or collect data.  May be required to operate Company vehicle on Company business.  Confined space entry may be required.  Training required to perform the job properly may require this position to travel within Texas and around the United States of America.
• Candidate must also be able to 1) identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including Corporate, 2) develop and foster a positive work environment at all levels, and 3) resolve conflicts through problem resolution skills.
• Candidate must also have ability to identify quality improvement opportunities and formulate action plans for implementation, requiring exceptional work planning and problem-solving skills.
• Always demonstrate responsible and ethical behavior.
• Benefit the Company to drive greater value through understanding the business, making complex decisions, and creating the new and different.

The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:

• Six Sigma certification.

Perks of working at Ashland:

• Team recognition rewards, and monetary incentives based on performance.
• Comprehensive Benefit package, Medical, Dental and Vision starting on Day 1 for you AND your family.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Supporting work/life balance, we offer flexible hours.
• Position is based at the Texas City manufacturing plant.

Third party recruiters and agencies (“Agency”) should not contact employees of Ashland or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent by an Agency to a hiring manager, recruiter or submitted to Ashland’s career portal are considered unsolicited and property of Ashland. Ashland will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless the Agency has a signed contract with Ashland’s Human Resources/Procurement department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC. (NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow. Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care and pharmaceutical. Visit www.ashland.com to see the innovations we offer.
 
At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch. In fact our people, employees, customers and vendors define who we are. They are the driving force behind everything we do.
 
Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment. We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty.
 
Ashland has a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. The reasons are simple: industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. People come to Ashland and stay. As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization. Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit.

Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. NOTE:  We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have a signed recruiting agreement in place to fill a specific position.