Specialist II Environmental Biochemist – Environmental, Health, Safety & Security

Catalent•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) located in Madison, WI. This facility specializes in advanced mammalian cell line engineering and biomanufacturing using single-use systems for scalable production. The 263,000 sq. ft. GMP facility offers integrated formulation and analytical services for complex Biologics development challenges. The EHS&S team is responsible for ensuring the Madison site is safe, secure, and compliant with biochemical safety, environmental regulations, and worker health standards. As an EHS&S Specialist II, you will collaborate with all departments to integrate biochemical safety practices into daily operations, lead compliance efforts, maintain safety and security programs, and enhance the site's overall resilience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s (B.S./B.A.) degree minimum plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s (M.S./M.A.) degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
Degree should be in EHS&S, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related discipline.
Full understanding of OSHA/EPA compliance including stormwater, wastewater, RCRA, CAA, CWA, air emissions.
Experience managing risk assessments, PPE, industrial safety, Industrial Hygiene, auditing, and training/implementing EHS processes.
Individual must be able to see, hear, read, and write clear English.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening.
Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping.
Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
Must comply with EHS responsibilities.
Lab work may involve irritants, electrical equipment, sharp instruments, toxic materials, hazardous waste.
Clean room gowning required.

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional certifications (ASP, CSP, CIH) is a plus.
Relevant experience includes: OSHA reporting requirements, conducting risk assessments (Functional, Chemical, Ergonomics), GMP regulations, hazardous waste management, regulatory agency interaction, and familiarity with ISO 45001 implementation.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with OSHA standards to minimize employee exposure to hazardous biochemicals.
Identify biochemical molecules as particularly hazardous substances (PHS) and specify handling, containment, and PPE requirements.
Assist in executing an effective EHS&S program that meets all regulatory requirements.
Draft necessary SOPs for EHS&S-related activities.
Provide training on EHS&S procedures and policies.
Develop and update biochemical risk assessments.
Partner with departments to coordinate the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program.
Lead Safety Committee meetings and audits.
Lead development of metrics for audit response.
Implement Continuous Improvement projects.
Ensure contractor EHS&S compliance.
Conduct environmental incident reporting.
Other duties as assigned.