Regional EHS Manager

Repligen Corporation•Rancho Dominguez, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional EHS Manager leads EHS programs at the Rancho Dominguez manufacturing site and DTC Warehouse, providing on-site support to Repligen’s Filtration & Systems Business Units. The role also includes global EHS responsibilities, which may involve supporting additional U.S. or international locations and occasional overnight travel. The manager partners with site and Business Unit leadership to protect employees, customers, the organization, and the environment, and to build a strong safety culture by embedding EHS requirements in the daily work of managers and employees. The role works cross-functionally to identify hazards, mitigate risks, deliver training, maintain documentation, manage incident claims with HR and operations leaders, conduct root-cause investigations, and verify preventive actions. The manager adapts global EHS objectives into local initiatives, advises leadership, uses risk assessments and data to influence safety culture, reports on program effectiveness, and leads cross-functional EHS committees. The manager integrates the Global EHS Management System into local operations; develops and maintains programs for safeguards, regulatory due diligence, and permit compliance; and serves as the primary host and point of contact for EHS regulatory, customer, and third-party audits. The role also oversees contractor safety management, collaborates with Facilities and landlords on EHS issues, conducts inspections and risk analyses, oversees hazardous materials and waste, and leads emergency preparedness and response coordination. The position conducts safety training and onboarding, leads and documents incident investigations, improves EHS records, and shares best practices with other Repligen locations and EHS leaders. The estimated U.S. salary range is $140,000–$170,000. Compensation decisions depend on factors including qualifications, location, internal equity, and market data. Employees may participate in a variable cash program, and eligible roles may receive equity. Benefits include paid time off, health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, and flexible spending accounts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or Environmental Sciences.
Certification such as CHMM, CSP, or CIH.
Knowledge of OSHA and other safety regulations.
Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
Knowledge of environmental regulations.
5–8 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
5+ years of experience working under an ISO 9001-based QMS.
Strong computer, attention-to-detail, and recordkeeping skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to promote and influence EHS.
Partnership, collaboration, and teamwork mindset; ability to work well with stakeholders when resolving EHS concerns.

Responsibilities

Adapt global corporate EHS objectives into actionable local initiatives with employee engagement.
Provide EHS leadership, guidance, and operational context to site and Business Unit management teams.
Use risk assessments and data analysis to influence safety culture and build organizational trust.
Report EHS program effectiveness to management and escalate critical issues with remediation plans.
Organize, train, and lead cross-functional site EHS committees.
Integrate the Global EHS Management System into local daily operations and standard procedures.
Create and maintain programs for safeguards, regulatory due diligence, and compliance with safety and environmental permits.
Serve as the primary point of contact and host for EHS regulatory, customer, and third-party audits.
Oversee contractor safety management, including vendor vetting, onboarding, and alignment with site EHS expectations.
Work with Facilities and building landlords to resolve facility-related EHS issues.
Analyze work environments, conduct workplace inspections, and recommend safety improvements.
Track and analyze EHS data to identify performance trends and risk areas.
Oversee the safe handling, use, disposal, and documentation of hazardous materials and waste.
Lead site emergency preparedness and response coordination.
Conduct on-site safety training and onboarding for front-line employees and support managers in maintaining a safe workplace.
Lead and document incident investigations using root-cause analysis and verify preventive actions.
Improve EHS record generation and maintenance to evidence compliance and program activities.
Serve as the primary interface with other Repligen locations and EHS leaders to share best practices and initiatives.
Partner with HR and operations leaders to manage incident claims.