Process Safety & Machine Safety Lead

DuPont Electronic Materials CMP•Bellevue, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Qnity is seeking an experienced Process Safety Management (PSM) & Machine Safety Lead to provide site-level technical leadership at our Newark CMPT site. This role is fully dedicated to the Newark CMPT location and does not include responsibility for any other Qnity sites. This position is a senior technical expert and program owner, responsible for the design, effectiveness, coordination, and continuous improvement of the site’s Process Safety Management program. In addition, the role serves as the site lead for Machine Safety, owning the program strategically while partnering closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and EHS. This role does not include direct people management. Leadership is exercised through technical expertise, influence, coordination, and strong system ownership. This role reports to the Newark CMPT Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Leader.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety, Health, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience
Strong technical expertise in core PSM elements, including PHA, MOC, and PSSR
Demonstrated experience facilitating PHAs, DHAs, and site-wide or unit-level facility siting reviews
Strong working knowledge of Process Safety regulatory requirements and management systems
Qualified or willing to become qualified as a Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) practitioner
PSM auditing experience
Ability to lead through technical credibility, influence, and effective coordination
Proven ability to manage complex, time-sensitive, technically rigorous programs
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface across disciplines and organizational levels

Nice To Haves

10+ years of experience in chemical processing or refinery environments
Demonstrated technical capability and ownership mindset in Machine Safety programs (risk assessments, safeguarding, compliance)

Responsibilities

Serve as Site PSM Committee Leader, owning program structure, cadence, integration across elements, and accountability
Coordinate the proper documentation of Process Safety Information
Lead and coordinate the Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) program, including facilitation of PHAs and Dust Hazard Analyses (DHAs)
Own and drive strong execution of Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) processes
Ensure PHA, MOC, and PSSR recommendations are clearly tracked, technically sound, and closed in a timely manner
Maintain the site PSM documentation system, including records, actions, metrics, and meeting minutes
Ensure PSM programs and documentation align with Qnity standards and applicable regulatory requirements, while remaining flexible and fit-for-purpose
Ensure processes are appropriately classified (e.g., high-hazard vs. low-hazard operations) and support accurate facility siting documentation
Serve as the primary site technical contact for PSM audits, second-party audits, and regulatory inspections
Conduct routine program and field audits with strong site visibility and engagement
Track, analyze, and report site-level PSM performance metrics and leading indicators
Participate in the Qnity PS&RM network, sharing learnings, risks, and best practices
Serve as the site owner for the Machine Safety program
Strategically own machine safety requirements while partnering heavily with Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance for execution
Ensure machine safety systems align with applicable regulations, standards, and internal expectations
Lead or coordinate machine risk assessments and verify effective corrective actions
Provide technical input into safeguarding design, risk reduction strategies, and safe machine modifications
Support investigations, learning reviews, and corrective actions related to machine safety events and near misses