Senior EHS Specialist Corporate Chemical Management and Product Stewardship

Merck & Co. • Rahway, NJ

451d • $101,100 - $159,100 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior EHS Specialist plays a crucial role within the Corporate Chemical Management and Product Stewardship team, focusing on Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) data management and compliance. This position requires expertise in Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring tools and EHS data maintenance in SAP, ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements and maintains high safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a science discipline with 3-5 years of experience in SDS Authoring and Labeling.
• Detailed knowledge of Hazard Communication and Labeling regulations.
• Proficient in using SDS authoring tools and EHS module tools in SAP.
• Experience with EHS transaction codes, specification creation, and material assignment in SAP.
• Demonstrated adaptability, teamwork, accountability, and flexibility.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Knowledge of Power BI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain EHS Data in SAP for materials including specifications and GHS labels.
• Upload and maintain Vendor Safety Data Sheets (VSDSs) and integrate SDS data into SAP.
• Support sites in managing vendor SDSs and Management of Change processes.
• Collaborate with EHS IT and sites to support SAP Go-Live EHS activities and trainings.
• Provide SAP security role approvals for new and existing employees.
• Create and maintain SAP-EHS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidance instructions.
• Support EHS Product Stewardship and chemical regulatory related projects as needed.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility
• Long-term incentive if applicable
• Health care and other insurance benefits for employee and family
• Retirement benefits
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree