Process Safety Manager

Process Safety Manager

The Process Safety Manager will lead the development and implementation of process safety systems in a battery recycling facility. This role ensures safe handling of lithium-ion and other battery chemistries, mitigates risks of fire, explosion, and chemical exposure, and drives compliance with environmental and occupational safety regulations. The manager will be a key partner in protecting employees, the community, and the environment while supporting sustainable recycling operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Safety Leadership
• Establish and maintain process safety management (PSM) programs tailored to battery recycling operations.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across plant operations, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Hazard Identification & Risk Management
• Conduct hazard analyses (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA) for processes involving battery dismantling, shredding, and chemical recovery.
• Assess risks related to thermal runaway, fire, toxic gas release, and chemical spills.
• Implement safeguards for handling flammable electrolytes, heavy metals, and corrosive materials.
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
• Ensure compliance with OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, NFPA fire codes, and local environmental regulations.
• Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and permitting requirements.
• Incident Investigation & Emergency Preparedness
• Lead root cause analyses of process incidents (e.g., fires, chemical releases).
• Develop and test emergency response plans for battery-related hazards.
• Coordinate with local fire departments and environmental agencies.
• Training & Awareness
• Train employees on safe handling of lithium-ion batteries, chemical hazards, and emergency response.
• Build awareness of evolving industry standards and best practices.
• Continuous Improvement
• Monitor safety KPIs (incident rates, near misses, audit findings).
• Drive improvements in facility design, ventilation systems, fire suppression, and PPE usage.
• Stay current with innovations in battery recycling technologies and adapt safety practices accordingly.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience: 3+ years in process safety, chemical manufacturing, or recycling industries; experience with lithium-ion batteries strongly preferred.
• Certifications: CSP, CCPS, or equivalent credentials desirable.
• Skills:
• Deep knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and NFPA standards.
• Expertise in hazard analysis methodologies (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

TRAVEL: 30% to 50%

Preferred:

• Familiarity with battery chemistries, recycling processes, and associated hazards. [Additional qualifications that would be a plus but not required]

Worksite Conditions

• Based at battery recycling plant sites.
• Exposure to industrial environments with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards.
• Collaboration with operations, engineering, EHS, and regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• HSA/HRA/FSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Wellness programs and incentives
• Life & Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• Paid Time Off
• 80 hours of paid company holidays