Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.
Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Your Role:
Assist the Site Director in administrating the company’s environmental, safety, health, and security services functions. Lead EHS department in developing, interpreting, and implementing policies and procedures for performing required functions. Ensures proper training of staff, prepares related reports, and audits current procedures for quality, safety, and efficiency.
Strategic Impact:
Responsible for leading the Environmental, Health, and Safety organizationMaintains safety and compliance with all applicable regulationsResponsible for the planning and implementation of the Company’s environmental and safety strategies through program development and training, and ensure the Company’s operations comply with EHS regulatory requirements and Company policies/initiativesManage the Industrial Hygiene Program and related activitiesResponsible for implementing and maintaining site PSM & RMP programsLeads incident investigations across siteResponsible for the execution of the waste management processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirementsResponsible for the development and administration of the Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) and Occupational Health and Safety Management System (ISO 45001) and to continually improve their effectivenessCoordinates site safety program including Behavior Based Safety, Safety Walkabouts, and Humantech AssessmentsPlans, directs, and coordinates department operational activities to accomplish goals
People Responsibility:
Supervise and develop environmental and safety personnel to ensure quality of service, adherence to technical skill requirements, work levels, production schedules, and proper coordination of activitiesMaintains work guidelines, provides feedback, and issues warnings and disciplinary action to employeesFacilitates professional growth of employees through discussion, internal and external training, and opportunities to participate on departmental and cross-functional teamsMotivation and leadership of employees
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
BS in Chemistry, Chemical or Environmental Engineering or Industrial Hygiene or closely related degree8+ years progressive Safety and/or Environmental and Regulatory Experience, preferably in a Chemical/Pharmaceutical manufacturing or processing environmentMinimum of 5+ years of experience in personnel management
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong leadership, problem solving skills and organizational ability. Must be decisive in an environment with high volume, high data inputStrong ability to communicate effectively both written and orally with all levels of staffStrong technical skills – ability to interpret and evaluate information submitted by technical (analytical) specialists Knowledge / Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001Experience with planning and managing budgetsKnowledge of SAP, preferredRisk-based thinking and continuous improvementBroad knowledge of environmental and/or safety regulationsDesirable: Certified Safety Professional or equivalent EHS related CertificationProject management experienceKnowledge of OSHA, CAA, CWA, RCRA, EPCRA, SARA, PSM, RMP, CFATS will be used frequentlyKnowledge of regulatory agency personnel, systems, policies, and proceduresIndustry experience and some process knowledge, preferably chemical-relatedKnowledge of injury and illnesses prevention control methods, including PPE, engineering controls, and administrative controlsKnowledge of methods used to control environmental releasesKnowledge of occupational health and safety principles, including Ergonomics, Loss Prevention, and Fire Protection SystemsKnowledge of emergency response procedures
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
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