Process Safety Management

Job Title: Process Safety Management (PSM) Specialist

Summary:

• The Process Safety Management (PSM) Specialist will be responsible for supporting and maintaining compliance with OSHA’s Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) requirements within a pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory environment.
• This role will serve as a key subject matter expert (SME), partnering with EHS, Engineering, Operations, and Laboratory teams to ensure effective implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of PSM programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support OSHA PSM program elements, including but not limited to: Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), Management of Change (MOC), Operating Procedures, Mechanical Integrity, Incident Investigation, Process Safety Information (PSI), Compliance Audits, Support PSM applicability assessments for pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory processes.
• Partner with EHS, Laboratory SMEs, Engineering, and Operations to identify, evaluate, and mitigate process safety risks.
• Ensure documentation and justification are maintained for PSM applicability and compliance decisions.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Provide technical guidance and training on PSM principles and regulatory expectations.
• Participate in cross functional teams to support safe design, scale up, and modifications of processes.
• Promote a strong process safety culture across sites.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related technical discipline.
• 6–10 years of hands-on experience with OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience serving as an EHS or Process Safety Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA PSM regulations (29 CFR 1910.119).
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining PSM programs in regulated manufacturing environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in one or more of the following industries: Pharmaceutical manufacturing Oil & Gas Chemical manufacturing Paper, wood, and pulp Related high hazard process industries
• Experience applying PSM principles to laboratory or pilot scale operations.
• Strong facilitation skills for PHAs (HAZOP, What If, FMEA, etc.).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently while influencing cross functional teams.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape and strengthen PSM practices in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment
• High visibility role with cross functional impact
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement"

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• This role works in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment, where personal protective equipment is required, which may include uniforms, lab coats, safety glasses, respiratory protective equipment, hearing protection, etc.
• Work with or around solvents, powders, or other materials commonly found in a pharmaceutical laboratory or manufacturing facility is required.
• Sitting at a desk and/or working at a computer or other "screen" 25% or more of an 8-hour period.
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) or gear when required, such as respirators, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.
• The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities.
• Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
• The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Other Job Information:

• Extended work weeks include Saturdays and/or Sundays or holidays as requested or required based on business needs.

Must-Haves

• Chemical or Industrial Engineer with 6–10 years in process safety
• Someone who has worked in pharma, oil & gas, or chemical plants
• Knows OSHA's PSM regulation (29 CFR 1910.119) well
• Comfortable leading meetings and influencing people across departments
• Can handle physical work — standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, wearing PPE

This is a senior, hands-on safety role — not entry level.

The ideal person is an experienced process safety professional who knows pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing and can both do the technical work and influence people across the organization.

EEO Statement:

VLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Applicant information will be handled in accordance with VLink's privacy policy.