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Process Safety Engineer

Sensient

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Louis, MO
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we are better with you.  

We are seeking a Process Safety Engineer to join our Colors team that will lead and execute the process safety management strategy to minimize risk and enhance process safety practices at the facility. Act as the primary driver for process safety initiatives, ensuring compliance and managing safety standards, audits, and training. Collaborate with EHS, Operations, and external stakeholders to address process safety concerns and ensure effective incident management.

What you will do:

  • Coordinate and oversee Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), Dust Hazard Analysis (DHAs) and corrective action resolutions from audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
  • Lead and manage incident investigations related to process safety events and develop corrective actions.
  • Develop and implement facility-specific process safety standards, policies, procedures, and training programs.
  • Manage process safety metrics, audits, and controls to improve safety performance.
  • Act as a liaison for process safety-related compliance with government officials and support emergency preparedness and response efforts.

What you’ll bring:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety or a related technical field.
  • At least two years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with a direct experience dealing with process safety management issues in a chemical manufacturing or similar environment.
  • Specialized training in hazardous materials management, combustible dust management, PHA facilitation, OSHA’s PSM standard, and EPA’s RMP standard (preferred).
  • Exceptional analytical skills with a proven ability to investigate and solve problems by identifying root causes and developing effective solutions.

What you will get:

  • Be a trailblazer!  Help take the newly created program to new heights! 
  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), stock purchase plans, and more, designed to support your financial and personal well-being.
  • Access to ongoing professional development with a thorough onboarding process and continuous training opportunities to help you grow in your career.

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. 

About Sensient Colors: 

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the US without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to be located near a major airport in the USA

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies and will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

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