Process Safety Specialist (m/w/d)

• playing a key role in the development of safe manufacturing processes
• providing knowledge and direction in process safety, in the fields of both thermal stability and flammability hazards, to support Syngenta’s new product development and pilot plant manufacturing
• contributing to the development of novel technologies and approaches relating to process safety
• providing training and coaching in process safety to colleagues throughout the region

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all – while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting.  From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

Are you ready to take the next step in your scientific career?  If so, Syngenta can help you make it. We are currently looking for a Process Engineer / Chemist to join Process Hazards Section in Münchwilen as a Process Safety Specialist.  

Extensive prior specialization in process safety is not essential, as you will be joining a group of globally recognised technical experts that will support your development in this area.  What we do require from you is:

• Masters degree or equivalent in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Experience of Process Risk Assessment techniques (e.g. HAZOP) in the context of batch chemical processing
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Fluent in English

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including: 

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment  
• The opportunity to make a difference to process safety, both within Syngenta’s global operations, and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome 
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence 
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options 
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, flexible working, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…) 

Please send your complete application with CV, motivation letter, diploma and work certificates.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.