Director - Environmental, Health & Safety

Pharmaron • Coventry, RI

251d • $150,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Ready to lead critical EHS initiatives at a cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing site? Join Pharmaron in Coventry, RI, and help shape the future of safe and sustainable drug development. We're seeking a Director - Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to join our dynamic and growing team. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced EHS professional to drive compliance, innovation, and cultural excellence across environmental, health, and safety programs. As the Director - EHS, you'll take the lead in ensuring our Coventry facility adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations. You'll be responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of all environmental, safety, and health programs, ensuring we meet both regulatory obligations and internal performance goals. This position plays a vital role in shaping a proactive EHS culture, supporting new product and process introductions, and engaging with regulatory bodies as a trusted site representative.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field required.
• 15+ years of EHS experience, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong working knowledge of RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, hazard communication, lockout/tagout, confined space, respiratory protection, and emergency planning.
• Experience engaging directly with regulatory agencies and waste vendors.
• Rhode Island regulatory experience is a plus.
• Proven track record in EHS program management, reporting, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Provide regulatory guidance during new product/process introductions, including emissions, hazardous waste, and wastewater management.
• Ensure full compliance with site-specific air permits, LDAR programs, and emissions tracking.
• Lead facility-wide hazardous waste program in accordance with RCRA requirements.
• Manage Clean Water Act compliance and the site's wastewater pre-treatment discharge permit.
• Own the development, training, and ongoing oversight of site environmental plans, including Leak Detection and Repair Plan (LDAR), Storm Water Management, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC), Integrated Contingency Planning, and Slug Control Plans.
• Lead submission of critical environmental reports: SARA 312 and 313, TRI Reporting, RCRA Biennial Reports, and Rhode Island Air Inventory.
• Serve as the primary contact for state and federal agencies on all EHS compliance matters.
• Manage site-wide safety programs including Safe Work Permit system, industrial hygiene protocols, health & safety audits, incident investigation, medical surveillance, and respiratory protection programs.
• Ensure OSHA compliance across all relevant standards and maintain necessary documentation.

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account funded by the employer
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent Care)
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability (100% employer paid)
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Coverage for spouse/children
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree