PSM Specialist

Process Safety Management (PSM) Specialist

At Pilgrim’s, safety is a condition. The safety of our team members comes first – always.

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Process Safety Management (PSM) Specialist to ensure compliance with the facility’s PSM and Risk Management Programs (RMP), in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role is based at our processing plant in Cold Spring, MN.

• Maintain a compliant PSM and RMP program at the facility.
• Participate in ammonia system operations as necessary.
• Manage and update PSM documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and training records.
• Organize and lead PSM meetings; maintain action item logs and assist in resolution.
• Support the facility’s Environmental Sustainability initiatives.
• Assist with ammonia refrigeration projects, including scope development and Management of Change processes.
• Support APSM compliance implementation schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma/GED;
  College Degree in related field preferred.
• Experience:
  
  1 or more years of directly related experience required, with knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR  regulations and APSM or similar PSM compliance software experience preferred.
• Skills:
  
  Ability to read and interpret piping, instrument, and block flow diagrams; basic understanding of ammonia refrigeration systems preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, SAP knowledge is a plus; strong communication and problem‑solving skills; self‑motivated and capable of working independently.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday with occasional weekends.
• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays, or any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development:
  Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post‑offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value‑added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity.

EOE, including disability/vets.