HSE Specialist

West Pharmaceutical Services • Williamsport, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The HSE Specialist supports the planning and implementation of environmental health and safety programs at the facility, reporting to the site Health, Safety and Environmental Manager. The role develops and maintains a comprehensive occupational safety program, including safety inspections, incident investigation participation, HSE training, and related duties. It helps ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental and occupational health and safety standards.

The position is onsite for all scheduled workdays. It includes periodic plant visits, contractor training and program management, employee safety engagement activities, and environmental protection tasks. The role also supports injury management, maintains HSE tracking data, and contributes to Lean Sigma programs. Travel is up to 5%, or up to 13 business days per year.

Requirements

• Associate degree in occupational safety and health, engineering, or a science-related field.
• At least 3 years of HSE experience; the posting specifies 3–5 years of experience required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing work environment and/or industrial setting.
• Experience writing and implementing HSE policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of OSHA and federal and local safety laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with employees at all organizational levels.
• Good organization, time-management, negotiating, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks and meet specified deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to train others.
• Ability to evaluate and ensure proper use and maintenance of PPE.
• Self-motivated and solution-oriented approach; good project management, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exert up to 50 lb/22 kg occasionally, up to 20 lb/9 kg frequently, and up to 10 lb/4 kg constantly to move objects.
• Must wear safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, and hearing protection as required in production areas.
• Must comply with the plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI), Company and Plant policies and procedures, rules, and applicable state and federal laws.
• Must be able to travel up to 5%, up to 13 business days per year.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, train, inspect, report, and maintain records for site employee safety engagement activities.
• Oversee site HSE Champion team meetings, document minutes, and distribute them.
• Participate in reviewing and approving risk assessments, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ergonomics, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), new chemicals, and equipment assessments.
• Propose measures to improve working conditions, particularly in high-risk workplaces.
• Prepare and conduct employee training to promote safe and healthy work practices.
• Update the site New Hire Orientation program and lead HSE onboarding.
• Complete a weekly Toolbox Talk, distribute it, and track completion.
• Perform environmental protection tasks, including preparing waste-movement documentation, measuring air pollutant emissions, updating safety data sheets, organizing employee training, and reporting to competent state bodies as required by law.
• Attend weekly Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings to represent HSE.
• Visit the plant according to a predefined plan and complete a checklist of findings.
• Conduct contractor training and manage the contractor program.
• Participate in incident investigations and complete final reports.
• Assist with injury management, including coordination with the panel of physicians and filing Workers’ Compensation and OSHA forms.
• Oversee the HSE tracker and monitor completion and data.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities toward established targets.
• Perform other duties as directed by the first-line manager.

Benefits

• Volunteer opportunities through West without Borders and other charitable programs.
• Professional growth opportunities through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.
• Opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration through facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
• Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree