Process Safety Lead/Engineer
| Company | International Flavors & Fragrances |
|---|---|
| Location | Cedar Rapids, IA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in chemical/agricultural, environmental, and manufacturing
- Bachelor’s degree with preference given to engineering, or similar STEM field
- Able to learn quickly, prioritize workflows, and adapt to changes as needed
- Proven interpersonal, communication, team building and influencing skills
- Integrity to follow, to own mistakes, & to say no when necessary
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially excel & visio, and ability to read CAD drawings
- Must enjoy spending hours a week documenting information and metrics, & following up with others
Responsibilities
- Facilitating and overseeing Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) for our hazardous unit operations
- Update and develop Process Knowledge and Safety Information to align with current IFF standards including: Chemical hazards, Safe Operating Limits, Equipment design
- Lead the site Management Of Change program and training for that system along with the Pre-Startup Reviews (PSRs)
- Lead the site Interlock and alarm management program to improve operational response to chemical releases and other related emergencies
- Support capital expansion projects by ensuring IFF process safety and RMP requirements are met throughout the entire project life cycle
- Auditing, reporting of KPIs, hold others accountable for their process safety responsibilities, incident investigations
- Long-term this candidate would branch into other EHS disciplines such as workplace safety, fire safety, or emergency response
- Be an advocate and ambassador for safety, the environment, and compliance with regulations
Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of RMP, NFPA, and other regulatory standards is preferred
- Experience in Health and Safety management systems and auditing is preferred