Safety & PSM Manager
Location: Hastings, NE
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00a – 4:30p
Compensation: 70-80k

About the Opportunity:

A leading national manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Safety & Process Safety Management (PSM) Manager to drive compliance, risk mitigation, and a culture of safety across its Hastings, Nebraska facility. This position plays a key leadership role in ensuring regulatory adherence (OSHA, EPA, and state/local), particularly for ammonia refrigeration systems and other covered processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a safety professional who thrives in a hands-on plant environment and enjoys developing proactive safety systems that protect employees, assets, and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety, environmental, and PSM programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulations.
• Serve as facility owner for PSM/RMP programs, maintaining compliance with all 14 elements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119.
• Lead process hazard analyses (PHA), management of change (MOC), and pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR).
• Conduct root cause investigations for incidents and manage corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation for mechanical integrity, operating procedures, and training.
• Oversee contractor safety and permit-to-work systems.
• Track and analyze leading/lagging safety metrics and report findings to management.
• Deliver employee safety training, including emergency response and compliance topics.
• Partner with maintenance, production, and engineering to ensure safe operational practices.
• Serve as site liaison for OSHA/EPA inspections and audits.
• Lead emergency response programs and drills involving ammonia and other hazardous materials.
• Foster a culture of safety through engagement, recognition, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of industrial safety experience, ideally within food manufacturing or ammonia refrigeration environments.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910.119 (PSM) and EPA 40 CFR Part 68 (RMP).
• Demonstrated success managing compliance programs, audits, and employee training.

Preferred:

• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CIH, or OSHA 30.
• Formal PSM/RMP training and audit experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional safety initiatives and influencing cultural change.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily plant-floor and office-based role with regular exposure to production environments, temperature variations, and noise.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb; wear appropriate PPE; and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Occasional travel for audits, training, or corporate meetings.

Why Join:

This position offers the chance to make a measurable impact by strengthening safety systems and driving regulatory excellence in a high-performing facility. The organization values proactive leaders who engage employees, innovate processes, and champion continuous improvement in workplace safety.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Christian Kincer