Global Leader of Process Safety - Enterprise Level

Hexion•Houston, TX

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About The Position

Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion. At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress-developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future. This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what's next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward. We don't follow the status quo-we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger. We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development-equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide. Your Future Starts Here. If you're ready to push limits, reimagine what's possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong. Anything is possible when you imagine everything. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Process Safety Management (PSM) Leader to Optimize/Advance, implement, and oversee enterprise-wide compliance with OSHA's Process Safety Management regulation (29 CFR 1910.119). The PSM Leader will ensure consistent application of PSM standards across all chemical manufacturing facilities, drive continuous improvement, and foster a safety-first culture. This is a strategic role, with global responsibility, that combines regulatory compliance expertise, risk management, governance, and operational leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in process safety management within the chemical manufacturing or related industry.
Demonstrated success in leading enterprise-level PSM programs and multi-site operations.
Demonstrated experience leading compliance effort in other countries and cultures.
Deep understanding of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 and other relevant PSM-related regulations and standards.
Thorough understanding ISO based management processes.
Proven expertise in conducting PHAs, incident investigations, and MOC processes.
In-depth knowledge of best practices in process industries, including risk management, operational excellence, safety performance benchmarking and employee engagement.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building abilities.
Proficiency in safety management software and tools.
Innovation and Change Leadership: Demonstrates the ability to challenge the status quo by introducing creative solutions and new approaches to enhance process safety management. Effectively leads organizational change initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Strategic thinking with a track record of successful implementation.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety excellence.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CCPSC) preferred.

Responsibilities

Optimize/Advance, implement, and maintain enterprise-level PSM programs and policies to ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119.
Serve as the subject matter expert on PSM, providing guidance to site leadership, operational teams, and other stakeholders.
Establish and monitor KPIs to measure PSM program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Champion a culture of process safety across the organization by promoting leadership engagement, fostering employee participation, integrating safety into all levels of decision-making, and maintaining consistent communication about the importance of process safety.
Lead the organization's process safety governance efforts to ensure alignment of PSM practices across all facilities.
Optimize/Advance and enforce enterprise-wide governance frameworks, standards, and protocols for managing process safety risks.
Establish a governance structure that includes regular reviews, audits, and reporting to executive leadership on process safety performance and compliance.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and standardization of PSM practices across sites to ensure consistent execution and accountability.
Track, report on and follow up on PSM related actions in the electronic management system.
Working with corporate engineering resources and site personnel, support and help coordinate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) across all facilities, ensuring timely completion and actionable outcomes.
Optimize/Advance risk mitigation strategies and oversee the implementation of corrective actions identified through PHAs, incident investigations, and audits.
Ensure compliance with Management of Change (MOC) processes, including the review and approval of modifications to equipment, processes, and procedures.
Partnering with corporate engineering resources, conduct enterprise wide PSM compliance audits, identify gaps, and develop action plans to address deficiencies.
Ensure timely documentation and reporting of compliance activities and performance metrics.
Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of safety standards.
Optimize/Advance and deliver PSM training programs to be used for employees, contractors, and leadership teams to enhance safety awareness and knowledge.
Foster a culture of safety ownership and accountability at all organizational levels.
Lead root cause analysis investigations for PSM-related incidents and near misses.
Develop recommendations and implement lessons learned to prevent recurrence.
Track and report on the status of corrective actions developed from process safety related incidents.
Ensure timely communication of PSM related events, primary causes and corrective actions.
Collaborate with EHS teams, operations, engineering, and maintenance departments to align PSM goals with broader business objectives.
Serve as the primary resource for assisting sites with regulatory agencies during inspections and inquiries.