Job Description
The Senior Specialist, Process Safety will provide technical leadership and consulting to operating departments at the Rahway site with a focus on identifying process safety related hazards, compliance obligations, assessing risks, and assisting the site in implementing compliant technical solutions.
Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Lead assigned process safety hazard analysis and risk assessments
Implement/Support PSM program elements such as Process Design and Control, Process Information, Process Specific Training, Operating Procedures, Management of Change, Prestart Safety Review, Mechanical Integrity, Incident Investigation
Complete hazard assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, process hazard analysis, life safety reviews, incident investigations
Provide Environmental and Industrial Hygiene Program support to capital projects, R&D operations, incident investigations and support related trade group or advocacy activities
Provide process safety technical support to capital projects, R&D operations, incident investigations and support related trade group or advocacy activities
Provide machine guarding technical support
This position is located at our Rahway, NJ site.
Position Qualifications:
Education Minimum Requirement:
B.S. degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety/Fire Protection or a related field
Required Experience and Skills:
Minimum 8 years of progressive process safety experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, biochemical, petrochemical or process related industry.
Working knowledge of chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical/biological process operations and equipment, biological manufacturing/research and development.
Working knowledge of process safety compliance and industrial process safety-related consensus standards (OSHA, HSE, ANSI, NFPA, FM Global, API, ASME, ATEX, SEVESO, AIChE, IChemE, etc.)
Direct experience leading or participation in process hazard analysis, specifically HAZOP and LOPA.
Direct experience managing or implementing elements of Process Safety programs with proficiency in development of technical requirements, communications and training programs for programs noted above and for dissemination to global organization at the senior and line management levels as well as operational level colleagues.
Proven knowledge in development and/or management of Process Safety program elements (Process Design and Control, Process Information, PHA, Process Specific Training, Operating Procedures, Management of Change, Prestart Safety Review, Mechanical Integrity, Incident Investigation, Fire Protection/Loss Prevention and Emergency Response, etc.).
Relevant knowledge of EHS Regulations, critical thinking, sampling methods, mathematical skills and project management.
Proficiency in the use of all Microsoft based desktop software programs.
Preferred Experience and Skills:
Certification or registration as a Professional Engineer, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Hazards Materials Manager, or Certified Fire Protection Specialist.
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U.S. Hybrid Work Model
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as "remote".
The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education.
Expected US salary range:
$104,200.00 - $163,900.00Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.
San Francisco Residents Only:We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only:We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
RegularRelocation:
No relocationVISA Sponsorship:
NoTravel Requirements:
10%Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not ApplicableShift:
Not IndicatedValid Driving License:
NoHazardous Material(s):
n/aRequired Skills:
Adaptability, Adaptability, Biological Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biosafety, Chemical Biology, Chemical Engineering, Communication, EHS Auditing, EHS Compliance, EHS Program Management, Environmental Regulatory Compliance, Hazard Analysis, Health and Safety Legislation, Incident Investigations, Industrial Hygiene, Interpersonal Relationships, Mechanical Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health Programs, Process Design, Process Safety Management, Project Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Programs, Self Motivation {+ 3 more}Preferred Skills:
Job Posting End Date:
05/30/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID:R349637
