Manager, Safety and Occupational Health

Bristol Myers Squibb • Summit, NJ

6d • $91,562 - $110,952 • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Safety and Occupational Health (S&OH) Manager to lead and enhance site-wide S&OH programs at its Summit campus. The role focuses on operational risk assessments and ergonomics across manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and office settings, supporting GMP cell therapy clinical drug substance manufacturing and related site operations.

The manager develops and executes programs, policies, procedures, and training; conducts hazard, risk, exposure, and ergonomic assessments; and supports regulatory compliance, preparedness, inspections, audits, and incident investigations. The position provides technical oversight and coaching to operational teams, participates in governance meetings, manages cross-functional projects, and builds partnerships with facilities, management, and other site departments. The position is onsite Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least five years of EHS experience, preferably in a GMP manufacturing, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or R&D environment.
• At least five years of broad EHS experience with a strong foundation in occupational safety and industrial hygiene principles.
• At least three years of experience conducting facility and laboratory audits.
• At least two years of experience performing ergonomic assessments and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies, inspectors, and external auditors.
• Working knowledge of applicable EHS governing bodies and federal and state regulations, including EPA, OSHA, NJDEP, and NFPA.
• Knowledge and experience designing and executing EHS programs in a GMP-regulated manufacturing setting.
• Experience and a proven track record in project management.
• Knowledge and experience designing and executing objective risk assessments.
• Strong incident investigation and corrective and preventive action skills.
• Proficiency with computer-based systems, such as Microsoft Office and web-based EHS systems.
• Ability to take initiative, adapt to frequently changing priorities, and think creatively, critically, and strategically to solve problems in a complex environment with urgency, agility, and calm.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute programs, policies, procedures, and training as the subject matter expert for operational risk and ergonomic assessments in office, manufacturing, laboratory, and warehouse environments.
• Perform hazard, risk, exposure, and ergonomic assessments for current and future process introductions, documenting results through change management or new material introduction processes and engaging outside consultants as needed to determine risk mitigation.
• Support day-to-day activities across the Summit campus, including GMP cell therapy clinical drug substance manufacturing, Site Engineering and Facilities, Warehouse, and Quality Control laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, safety, and health laws, regulations, codes, rules, and consensus guides.
• Develop and implement new EHS programs, policies, and procedures, and update and improve existing ones.
• Provide technical support and oversight for on-site EHS programs and activities.
• Attend operational huddles, Tier meetings, GEMBA walks, EHS Committee meetings, and other governance meetings as needed to support operations.
• Apply EHS regulatory requirements in a GMP operational setting and coach team members and operational leaders to implement and take ownership of EHS best practices.
• Maintain EHS regulatory preparedness and participate in regulatory inspections, self-assessments, and audits.
• Conduct incident investigations and develop and implement corrective actions.
• Use EHS platforms for investigations, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Manage and implement cross-functional, site-wide projects.
• Participate in EHS training programs and develop and deliver training curricula.
• Serve as a key contact for internal customers and build relationships with Facilities, management, and cross-functional groups and departments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans, including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance offerings, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) without a set accrual limit for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees, subject to manager approval.
• 160 hours of annual paid vacation for eligible new non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico, subject to manager approval.
• 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Three optional holidays for eligible non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico.
• Depending on eligibility, paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
• Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day for eligible employees.
• Potential eligibility for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager