Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

eGenesis•Northwest, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

eGenesis is seeking a hands-on Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support workplace health and safety programs at our Northwest, Indiana location. This position works closely with the Director of EHS to implement safety programs, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, deliver training, and promote a proactive safety culture. The role supports a unique environment that includes GMP manufacturing operations, research laboratories, animal care operations, veterinary and surgical support areas, maintenance activities, and agricultural facilities. The ideal candidate enjoys being in the field, partnering with employees, and helping identify practical solutions that reduce risk and protect employees. This position offers the opportunity to build a broad EHS skill set while supporting a growing biotechnology company with diverse operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field preferred
3+ years of occupational health and safety experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, GMP manufacturing, laboratory, healthcare, veterinary, or similar regulated environments
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management principles
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting OSHA compliance in regulated manufacturing, laboratory, or animal care environments
Experience supporting GMP manufacturing operations
Experience with laboratory safety, chemical hygiene, and hazardous waste management
Experience supporting animal care, agricultural, or veterinary operations
Familiarity with biosafety principles and regulated research environments
ASP or other professional safety certifications are preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with the Director of EHS to implement and continuously improve EHS programs
Promote a positive safety culture through employee engagement and visible field presence
Serve as a safety resource for employees and supervisors
Support company safety committees and employee engagement initiatives
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Support and maintain safety programs for laboratory, GMP manufacturing, and agricultural operations, including areas where biological materials are handled
Conduct workplace inspections, compliance audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and reduce workplace risk
Conduct incident investigations, identify root causes, and assist departments in implementing corrective actions
Support employee health and safety programs for animal care, veterinary, and agricultural operations
Conduct workplace inspections and job hazard assessments involving animal handling, disinfectants, compressed gases, chemicals, powered equipment, and ergonomic tasks
Assist with PPE selection, respiratory protection, and employee safety training
Work collaboratively with Operations, Animal Resources, and Facilities to identify and reduce workplace risks.
Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels, covering laboratory safety, chemical safety, emergency preparedness, and other EHS-related topics
Create and revise safety-related SOPs for integration into Qualio/Veeva (controlled document management system)
Maintain EHS records, metrics, and documentation to support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement
Support the administration of EHS management systems (e.g., VelocityEHS) for chemical inventory management, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance
Assist in emergency preparedness planning and drills across sites
Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in EHS
Identify opportunities to improve EHS programs processes, and employee engagement