Sr. Manager, EHS
About The Position
The Sr Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for EHS across biopharmaceutical manufacturing, process development, facilities, warehousing, and quality control laboratories. The role leads efforts to proactively address EHS risks, ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, implements safety protocols, and fosters environmental responsibility and workplace safety. The position supports a safe, compliant laboratory and manufacturing environment and continuous improvement initiatives. This is an exempt position. The manager develops and leads safety programs, serves as the on-site EHS representative for construction and commissioning and oversees maintenance compliance during operations. The role is the primary site lead for achieving and maintaining relevant ISO certifications, provides training, manages incidents and emergency preparedness, and serves as an EHS subject matter expert on major capital projects. The manager works with cross-functional teams and the site landlord to integrate EHS practices and ensure facility compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or commensurate experience and knowledge gained through industry or military service.
- 10+ years of experience in EHS roles within biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, or laboratory environments.
- Minimum of 1–2 years within the GMP industry; related experience and/or training.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, FDA, and GMP regulations.
- Experience with hazardous materials handling, waste management, and laboratory safety protocols.
- Excellent communication and training skills to engage employees in safety initiatives.
- Ability to analyze data, conduct risk assessments, and implement corrective actions.
- Familiarity with safety systems and programs, risk analysis and management, emergency response systems, and crisis management procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, and similar tools.
- Ability to work in a multicultural, multisite environment and communicate system implementation status to senior leadership.
- Ability to explain the application of cGMP regulations, quality systems, and regulatory requirements for documentation systems.
- Ability to work professionally and productively in an open office environment.
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods; perform the listed physical tasks, including potentially lifting more than 25 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead safety programs and activities.
- Serve as the on-site EHS representative during construction and commissioning activities, and oversee maintenance activity compliance during operations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Serve as the primary site lead to achieve and maintain relevant ISO certifications.
- Provide EHS training on hazardous materials handling, waste management, and emergency response procedures.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, and other relevant regulations.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns; ensure documentation and corrective actions.
- Oversee hazardous waste disposal, chemical inventory management, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS best practices into daily operations.
- Maintain EHS documentation, permits, and regulatory reports, including tracking and analyzing safety, injury, hazardous statistics, and trends.
- Lead emergency preparedness and response, including fire safety, spill containment, and evacuation procedures.
- Collaborate with the site landlord to ensure facility compliance with EHS standards and address building-related safety or environmental concerns.
- Serve as the EHS subject matter expert on major capital projects, providing guidance and ensuring compliance throughout project planning and execution.
- Coordinate processes and work activities, provide leadership, achieve results by influencing others, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance (LTD and STD)
- Option to enroll in ancillary benefits such as Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Professional growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
