Sr Manager, EHS

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental management, chemical engineering, or related field
7+ proven experience in a related field with technical/practical knowledge of EHS regulations, codes, and guidelines is required
Technical and practical experience within biotechnology, research and development, and/or manufacturing is helpful, or grit to quickly become proficient is required.
In-depth knowledge of federal and local EHS regulations, including Cal/OSHA and EPA
Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration abilities to engage with colleagues to maintain a culture of safety and continuous improvement
Strong organizational skills to lead initiatives, drive projects, host successful audits, maintain certifications, and ensure compliance to regulations and corporate programs and ability to balance daily demands with long-term results
Proficiency with computer applications, including MS Office 365 is required
Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Develop a safety strategy and carry out Safety Policies and Procedures in accordance with all local, state, federal, and corporate safety requirements
Ensure Environmental Program Compliance to include air, wastewater, hazardous waste, and storm water permitting as required, including regulatory permitting
Lead our Injury Illness & Prevention Program, Hazardous Communication Plan, Bloodborne Pathogen Program (BBP), Chemical Hygiene Plan, Worker’s Compensation and Ergonomics Program
Develop a management strategy to ensure compliance with EHS and Facilities regulations and codes; act as the primary contact to regulatory agencies/government authorities
Own the Employee Safety Training Program, including developing and delivering training curriculum and selecting and evaluating outside consultants/trainers as required
Responsible for safety procedures, providing training, advising on compliance issues, and ensuring a safe work environment
Handle Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and confined space safety program compliance efforts
Coordinate and conduct the Emergency Response Training and Drills with the Site Emergency Response Team
Specify the procurement and maintenance of safety equipment inventory to ensure that onsite personnel have adequate protection for workplace hazards
Review the procurement of chemicals and materials purchased for production, engineering, and R&D, including the maintenance of the library of SDS’s
Drive efficiency and cost savings in the accumulation, collection, storage, and disposal of waste (hazardous and non-hazardous); and quality, delivery, efficiency, savings of all EHS operations
Conduct site audits and Gembas for compliance with global company standards
Review metrics and conduct trend analysis to identify continuous improvement opportunities