EHS&S Specialist – Chemical Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency Response

GSK•Marietta, PA

About The Position

This role will lead the day-to-day implementation and maintenance of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security/Emergency Response (EHS&S) programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. As the EHS&S Specialist with expertise in Chemicals, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency Response, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of critical health, safety, and hazardous materials (chemical and biological) safety programs to mitigate key risks to the site. This position will serve as the primary site SME for chemical safety and Industrial Hygiene, including the development and oversight of the future Hazardous Materials Emergency Response team. Additionally, you will support the site and assigned value streams in general/industrial safety needs, championing EHS principles across the site and collaborating with management and staff to continuously enhance EHS performance. To be successful in this role, you will need experience in a facility/manufacturing EHS role, with specific expertise in chemical safety/industrial hygiene and emergency response. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, safety, industrial hygiene, engineering, occupational health or related field.
2+ years of experience in the EHS&S field with progressive roles and responsibilities, including managing and executing EHS programs.
Experience must include time in a facility EHS role as well as specific work experience related to chemical safety/industrial hygiene and emergency response
Professional certification (either a CSP or CIH) is highly preferred. If not currently certified, the candidate must have the ability to become certified within 2 years of date of hire. Note: Obtaining and maintaining either a CSP or CIH certification is a requirement of this position.
Member of relevant professional EHS institution in order to stay current in the field such as ASSP or ACGIH
Experience with Chemical, laboratory, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, or similar regulatory manufacturing environment.
Availability to support occasional extended hours, shift/weekend coverage and 24/7/365 emergency response; willingness to travel occasionally (< 5% travel)

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of OSHA general industry (29 CFR 1910) and construction (29 CFR 1926) regulations.
Practical experience developing, implementing and managing high hazard programs, risk assessments and controls, emergency response, security and health & wellbeing initiatives.
Practical knowledge of risk management for construction projects and ability to integrate EHS requirements into project design, construction, commissioning and operations.
Awareness of environmental compliance requirements and experience applying them in operations.
Strong organizational, troubleshooting and decision-making skills; able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication; able to simplify complex issues and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to prioritize work, develop short- and long-term strategies, and apply change management techniques.
Flexibility to adapt plans quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and evaluate alternative solutions while maintaining compliance with regulations and GSK standards.
High attention to detail; deliverables expected “Right First Time"

Responsibilities

Assess chemical and biological hazard risks from new and existing materials and processes, evaluate the effectiveness of existing exposure controls, and advise on different control methodologies.
Conduct Industrial Hygiene monitoring, analyze results, issue reports, and manage site plans, including exposure monitoring/modeling and the chemical safety program.
Integrate Industrial Hygiene considerations into capital and minor works projects and effectively identify and manage risks through technical innovation and support.
Evaluate compliance with federal, state, and local legislation and GSK requirements related to EHS&S, interpret requirements, and provide recommendations for compliance.
Perform program audits, facility inspections, and generate recommended corrective actions.
Manage key health and safety risks to GSK personnel, contractors, visitors, and the company’s reputation with regulators and the public.
Implement EHS&S programs at the Marietta site, verify their effectiveness, and ensure proper identification and mitigation of hazards and risks.
Ensure GSK standards are embedded into the project and operations to mitigate key risks for the site.
Implement EHS&S Management Systems for health, safety, environment, and security regulations and requirements.
Oversee the formation and management of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including team member selection, equipment procurement and maintenance, and targeted training for efficient emergency handling.
Direct ERT operations, conduct routine equipment inspections, and coordinate skill-building exercises to ensure team preparedness for industrial incidents.
Develop, conduct, and evaluate training on EHS&S programs and processes, including training area supervisors and staff to identify hazards and conduct workplace inspections.
Recommend and develop specific safety improvement plans and programs based on trend analysis and EHS&S performance.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

You will join a team focused on safe, reliable operations and continuous learning.
You will get hands-on experience with meaningful EHS&S work.
We encourage development, coaching and internal mobility.
Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

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