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Sr Manager, EHS Fulltime
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific’s dynamic team in West Sacramento, CA, and lead impactful Environmental Health and Safety programs. Drive safety compliance, training, and sustainability initiatives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Make a difference in a company that values your growth and contributions. Apply now and start your story!
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Job DescriptionWhen you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With annual revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make meaningful contributions to the world.Location/Division Specific InformationWork Location: West Sacramento, CA (on-site)Group: Specialty Diagnostics GroupDivision: Clinical Diagnostics DivisionThe Niche Diagnostics (NDX) business provides toxicology and quality control products. NDX is a leader in drugs of abuse testing and therapeutic drug monitoring, leading the market in screening, with the most widely used detection technology and a comprehensive menu of high-performing tests. The business is also a leader in third-party quality controls and standards for clinical chemistry, immunoassay, molecular and sequencing tests.How will you make an impact?The Sr Manager, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leads all aspects of developing strategy and implementing EHS Programs at our Niche Diagnostics Center of Excellence site in Fremont, CA. This individual will lead and apply safety and environmental compliance efforts. This leader will inspire, motivate, and collaborate with others to establish and manage health and safety standards for our teams.What will you do?• Develops a safety strategy and carries out Safety Policies and Procedures in accordance with all local, state, federal, and corporate safety requirements. These programs include our Injury Illness & Prevention Program, Hazardous Communication Plan, Bloodborne Pathogen Program (BBP), Chemical Hygiene Plan, and Ergonomics Program.• Develops a management strategy to ensure compliance with EHS and Facilities regulations and codes; acts as the primary contact to regulatory agencies/government authorities.• Leads the Employee Safety Training Program, including developing and delivering training curriculum and selecting and evaluating outside consultants/trainers as the need arises.• Handles Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and confined space safety program compliance efforts.• Ensures Environmental Program Compliance to include air, wastewater, hazardous waste, and storm water permitting as required, including regulatory permitting.• Manages the EHS Team to ensure the appropriate site support.• Coordinates and conducts the Emergency Response Training and Drills with the Site Emergency Response Team.• Specifies the procurement and maintenance of safety equipment inventory to ensure that onsite personnel have adequate protection for workplace hazards.• Reviews the procurement of chemicals and materials purchased for production, engineering, and R&D, including the maintenance of the library of SDS’s.• Responsible for providing support and delivering metrics/results at the site and corporate level.• Drives productivity 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.• Establishes and runs comprehensive ergonomics programs.• Develops and leads all aspects of site EHS budget.• Conducts site audits and Gembas for compliance with global company standards.• Leads and influences day-to-day programs, including new employee orientation, training, and regulatory record keeping/reporting.• Manage contractors supporting EHS.• Reviews metrics and conducts trend analysis to identify continuous improvement opportunities.• Implements programs and strategy in line with/by NDX’s Business Continuity plan (BCP)• Impart knowledge and skill to team members and implement standard methodologies across the region.How will you get here?Education• Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental management, chemical engineering, or related subject area is required• Professional certification: CSP, CIH, CHMM are strongly preferredExperience• 7+ years demonstrated ability and experience in an environmental health and safety 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 preferred, or grit to quickly become proficient is required.• In-depth knowledge of federal and local EHS regulations, including Cal/OSHA and EPA.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• 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 be able to balance daily demands with long-term results.• Proficiency with computer applications, including MS Office 365 is required• Strong written and verbal communication & interpersonal skills for group presentations, training sessions, intercompany content, and interacting with outThis position has not been approved for relocation assistance.We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our US colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan• A wellness program, and valuable health incentive opportunities for company contributions to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)• Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts and commuter benefits• Employee assistance program• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and volunteer time off in accordance with company policy• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountOur Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement – working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.comThermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Accessibility/Disability AccessJob Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a person with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-2255*. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in California is $142,000.00–$205,000.00.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountFor more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
