EHS Specialist required for leading Pharmaceutical Company
- EHS Specialist
- Onsite in Exton, Pennsylvania
- $75,000 - $84,000 per year
A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an EHS Specialist to join their growing team.
The EHS Specialist will have the following responsibilities:
- Promote and implement HSE programs across laboratory and facility operations.
- Act as the HSE subject matter expert for chemical, biological, radiological, and general safety in lab and office settings.
- Design and deliver HSE training materials; oversee training assignments within the learning management system.
- Develop, update, and maintain HSE procedures and programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Perform risk assessments for equipment, operational procedures, and experimental processes.
- Evaluate safety considerations for new drug product testing requests.
- Ensure adherence to applicable regulations, including OSHA, EPA, DOT, FAA, PA DEP, and others.
- Lead investigations into safety incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
- Manage hazardous waste disposal, coordinate emergency response efforts, and maintain relationships with environmental testing vendors.
- Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with safety policies.
- Carry out additional HSE-related tasks as needed.
The ideal EHS Specialist candidate will have the following skillset:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related physical science discipline.
- 3-5 years of professional experience in HSE or a science-based role.
- Familiarity with laboratory, research & development, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing HSE policies and procedures.
- Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
- Solid understanding of federal, state, and local HSE regulations.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Strong communication, influence, and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
- Expertise in integrating safety practices into laboratory and technical operations.
- Skilled trainer with excellent interpersonal and presentation abilities.
- Highly organized with strong planning and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and related digital tools.
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to consistent attendance.
- Strong dedication to safety and regulatory compliance.
- Certifications such as Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) are a plus.
If interested, please apply now!