EH&S Manager

Amgen•Cambridge, MA

1d•$107,445 - $145,367•Onsite

About The Position

The EH&S Manager joins Amgen’s Environmental Health and Safety team at its process development site in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The role provides leadership and ownership of site-level contractor safety and high-hazard work programs, builds partnerships across laboratories, facilities, engineering, security, contractors, and construction teams, and helps employees and partners identify and manage risk. It combines visible field engagement with program ownership and opportunities to influence site safety strategy and continuous improvement. The manager translates Amgen EHS requirements and applicable regulations into practical site processes; reviews work plans, permits, and risk controls; coaches employees and contractors; and uses inspections, audits, incident learning, and performance data to strengthen controls and improve work. The position also collaborates with the site EHS team on broader priorities and serves as an EHS client representative for assigned process development laboratories. Regular on-site presence is required. Work takes place in offices, laboratories, mechanical and service areas, and active project or contractor work zones, with site-specific training and personal protective equipment. Occasional schedule flexibility may be needed to support planned high-hazard work or urgent site events.

Requirements

Master’s degree, or a bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Sci Tech - EH&S experience, or an associate’s degree and 6 years of Sci Tech - EH&S experience, or a high school diploma/GED and 8 years of Sci Tech - EH&S experience.
Builds trust with people doing and supervising the work and communicates directly and respectfully across organizational levels.
Exercises sound judgment, recognizes when to stop or escalate work, and balances urgency with careful risk assessment.
Organizes multiple projects and follow-ups, sets priorities, and reliably closes the loop.
Writes and presents clearly and explains technical expectations in practical language.
Uses data and field observations to identify patterns, assess control effectiveness, and recommend improvements.
Works collaboratively while maintaining independent EHS judgment and accountability.
Able to conduct field assessments and access work areas in accordance with site safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential.
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and influence management.
Strong communication and presentation skills, an action-oriented and self-starting approach, and experience in program development and project management.
Strong technical writing skills and proficiency with computer software systems, including Microsoft Office.
Experience using AI tools responsibly, with ethical human oversight.

Responsibilities

Lead site contractor safety oversight with Facilities and Engineering, the site facilities service provider, project teams, and contractor employers; review planned work, risk assessments, job hazard analyses, permits, training, and readiness; verify field controls and follow issues through closure.
Own and maintain assigned high-hazard work programs, including contractor management, confined space, hot work, line breaking, hazardous energy control/lockout-tagout (LOTO), fall protection and work at height, machine guarding, and portable equipment safety.
Interpret and apply Amgen standards and procedures, federal and Massachusetts requirements, and site-specific controls; identify gaps, recommend risk reduction, escalate significant hazards, and document decisions and follow-up.
Participate in contractor project planning and change review, addressing EHS considerations early for construction, maintenance, equipment installation, and other non-routine work, and coordinate subject matter expertise when needed.
Conduct field visits, inspections, and risk-based audits; engage workers and supervisors to understand work conditions, recognize effective controls, and identify opportunities to improve work plans and systems.
Provide guidance, training, and coaching to Amgen staff, contractor supervisors, and approved designees on hazard recognition, safe work expectations, permit requirements, and assigned EHS programs.
Support incident and near-miss response, investigation, causal learning, and corrective and preventive action follow-up; share relevant learning and verify that actions address the risk.
Maintain program documentation, training and inspection records, permit or work metrics, and status updates; analyze trends to prioritize improvements and communicate program health to site leadership.
Build partnerships with laboratory and business teams, Facilities and Engineering, site security, contractor organizations, and global EHS program owners; represent the site in internal reviews and networks.
Contribute to site EHS governance, risk management, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement, and provide cross-coverage or support for other EHS priorities as needed.
Serve as an EHS client representative for assigned process development laboratories by attending work-center meetings, advising lab teams, supporting inspection planning and follow-up, reviewing change controls and job hazard analyses, identifying and escalating risks, participating in investigations and corrective actions, and maintaining a visible presence in work areas.