Sr Mgr, Process Safety

Wayne Farms•Oakwood, GA

51d

About The Position

The Director of Process Safety is a key leader responsible for driving company-wide initiatives that ensure safe operations across poultry processing, live production, rendering, and refrigeration systems. This role develops and leads strategic programs in Process Safety Management (PSM), Industrial Hygiene (IH), and Ergonomics, ensuring regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in poultry operations and demonstrates the ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence organizational change, and implement enterprise-level safety strategies.

Requirements

7–10 years of progressive experience in process safety, industrial hygiene, or ergonomics, preferably in poultry, food manufacturing, or other high-risk industries
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, USDA, and FSIS regulations.
Demonstrated leadership experience in multi-site safety programs and cross-functional collaboration.
Expertise in risk assessment methodologies, safety program design, and implementation
Ability to work non-stand shifts when needed per business requirements (e.g. holidays. weekends, extended shifts)
Ability to travel up to 30%
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership Lead the development and implementation of corporate Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
Oversee enterprise-wide risk assessments and ensure consistency and effectiveness.
Design and manage industrial hygiene programs and ergonomic assessments.
Regulatory & Technical Focus on PSM related to ammonia refrigeration systems and compliance with OSHA and EPA RMP regulations.
Serve as the SME in PSM, Industrial Health, and ergonomics, providing technical guidance and training.
Partner cross-functionally to integrate safety into various operational initiatives.
Leadership & Culture Manage the Regional Process Safety Managers, providing leadership, guidance, source for complex issues that arise and feedback for successes and opportunities for growth Provide mentorship and influence best practices across the enterprise.
Act as a change agent, championing safety culture and aligning strategies with organizational goals.
Audit & Analysis Lead or participate in safety audits and incident investigations, ensuring root causes are addressed.
Monitor safety performance data and lead corrective and preventive actions to improve outcomes.
Collaboration & Communication Partner with engineering, environmental, HR, operations, and maintenance teams in support of emergency preparedness and response initiatives, ensuring team compliance.