The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a EHS Analyst II– EHSS&S to join our Environmental Health and Safety, Security, and Sustainability (EHS3) group. The Analyst II will be responsible for insuring compliance with EHS3 related regulatory agency requirements which may include, but is not limited to OSHA, EPA, and DHS.

This role will be a full-time position based out of our Suwanee, GA office. Depending on site responsibility, may require travel approximately 10-15% of the time.

What we’re looking for

Education: Bachelor’s degree in safety field and/or equivalent experience, education and training

Experience: 5+ years of relevant work experience; 8+ years if degree is in non-technical field

Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Office Suite experience is required 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Verbal Spanish proficiency

Education related discipline such as Occupational Safety, Emergency Management, Biology, Chemistry, Operations and Fire Science

How you will thrive and create an impact

The Analyst II will prepare Avantor locations for emergencies, works to reduce the occurrence of safety, health, medical, environmental, and regulatory issues, and ensures the completion of EHS3 training as needed. 

Implements the strategies necessary to minimize the number of occupational injuries and illnesses.

Manages hazardous waste programs and ensures that hazardous waste is stored and transported in accordance with applicable rules.  Ensures that associates who handle hazardous waste are trained in accordance with applicable rules.

Conducts and coordinates regulatory compliance audits, ensures the appropriate actions are taken to resolve audit findings, and implements the programs prevent future recurrence.

Works with the various local business partners to establish contingency plans that address potential emergencies including hazardous materials spills, fires, evacuations, labor interruption and other potential business interruptions.

Works closely with the Human Resources and Legal organizations to drive down workers’ compensation claims costs and reduce Avantor’s workers’ compensation exposure.

Completes incident investigation and analysis and performs site hazard assessments.

Provides environmental, health and safety training.

Partners with the Facility Manager and site leadership to implement physical security measures and manage security programs.

Works with the Sustainability Manager to develop sustainability related initiatives including but not limited to the reduction of natural resource usage and the minimization of waste.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

Strong leadership, decision-making and analytical skills

Organizational skills required to prioritize work and meet deadlines

Working knowledge of industrial hygiene analysis and best practices as well as medical monitoring programs

Excellent interpersonal skill, including strong oral and written communication skills

Must have a strong working knowledge of operational and technical issues and concepts, and an understanding of the associate EHS requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.

A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.

Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.

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Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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