Engineer, Process Safety

Pay Ranges : 

Illinois: $82,000 $95,000

Cincinnati, OH: $78,000- $92,000

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

LOCATION: Chicago Metro Area, or Greater Cincinnati

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 25%-%30%

The Process Safety Engineer will lead critical safety initiatives across our manufacturing operations, combining technical expertise in chemical engineering with hands-on process safety management to ensure compliance and minimize risk.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Process Safety Management (PSM) activities (e.g., assist in the development of policies and procedures for the implementation of site management systems, lead Process Hazard Assessments (PHAs), conduct risk assessments, and assist with Hazard reviews)
• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for new Raw Material (RM) and RM extensions requests. (based on the content of the SDS, regulatory considerations, and other EHS issues related to the safe use, handling, and storage of the material). Understand (and implement) the hierarchy of hazard controls as a standard practice in the workplace.
• Participate and/or Lead internal SunCare Audits, identifying potential hazards by interviewing employees, inspecting facilities, machinery, and other safety equipment.
• Participate and/or Lead PSM/ RMP audits. To include coordinating audit resources, communicating with site leadership, and reporting within the structure of the corporate auditing program.
• Participate in Incident Investigations, Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone) to determine root- causes and develop effective, realistic corrective actions that drive global solutions and reduce the company’s overall risk.
• Assist sites in developing and tracking KPIs. Analyze KPIs with OSHA recordkeeping, maintaining accurate statistics and providing statistical analysis.
• Function as a Corporate Liaison - Coordinate and facilitate a monthly EHS conference call
• with all assigned plants and facilitate EHS support to assigned sites. Provide mentoring and training for site personnel.
• Maintain efficiency with process safety and occupational safety regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, etc.), ensuring that operations and products maintain compliance in the handling of flammable and combustible materials, including combustible dust. Review Corporate EHS Policies, Procedures, and Programs, provide technical expertise review and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Assist with application and administration of Corporate EHS management software system platforms.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS Chemical Engineering (minimum) from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred or ability to attain in the future.
• Minimum of 2-years of process/ plant engineering  experience at a facility level.
• Minimum 5-years overall practical experience.
• Previous PSM or RMP-regulated industry experience.
• Preferred specialty chemical experience (specifically Inks, Coatings, Pigments and Paints).
• Ability to read P&IDs, PFDs, BFDs.
• Thorough understanding of engineering design standards and their implementation, e.g., NFPA, NEC, ANSI, ASME, ICC, API, etc.
• Understanding of functional safety and the practical implementation of practices.

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.