Manager, EHS

Position: EHS&S Manager

Essential Functions:

• Provide leadership and oversight of EHS and Sustainability programs in a fast paced, cross functional and highly collaborative environment, including executive engagement.
• Develop and implement strategy to systematically reduce and control site safety hazards and environmental impact.
• Manage Incident Command System during site emergencies.
• Apply Lean tools and principles (Kaizen, Gemba, RCCM, etc.) to drive Continuous Improvement of EHS and Sustainability programs.
• Engage site functional teams and leadership to prioritize initiatives and resources to achieve EHS objectives.
• Reinforce and sustain a safety-first culture through involvement and innovation.

• Lead and manage safety committees, related meetings and content, actions/owners.

• Manage collection of key performance indicators and metrics, perform analyses to drive EHS strategy and practical process improvement.
• Implement all elements of Thermo Fisher Scientific global EHS management system including all local regulatory requirements applicable to the site. Develop and improve EHS programs and processes to meet the changing needs of the business.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to solve site related hazards (chemical, biological, physical, electrical, slip/trip/fall, confined space, ergonomic, etc.).
• Communicate with Thermo Fisher Scientific Global EHS function and regulatory agencies on EHS matters to maintain a strong collaborative atmosphere to ensure compliance and standard methodology implementation.
• Public speaking to audiences ranging from small to large.
• Develop/refine/deliver training content for EHS programs.
• Direct and manage internal and external resources to achieve corporate site and global EHS objectives.
• Identify and implement opportunities and actions for savings.
• Participate in site internal/external/regulatory audits.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, environmental science, or engineering field. Master’s degree in biological sciences or engineering a plus. Must have thorough knowledge of applicable federal, state and local EHS regulations, or be willing to take steps to gain required knowledge. Professional certification such as CSP, CIH, strongly recommended.

Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum five years of experience in environmental, health and safety, or a functionally related subject area.
• Minimum of two years leadership experience required.
• Biohazardous materials program management.
• Chemical hygiene program management.
• Industrial hygiene program management.
• Ability to build trust and confidence with partners and inspire change.
• An effective communicator that can deliver clear, concise and consistent messages, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated proficiency with various computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, MS Teams, spreadsheet development, data trending and analysis, and creation of presentations.
• Technical and practical knowledge of biotechnology, research and development and/or manufacturing is highly recommended, or a willingness to quickly become proficient is required.

Desired Profile:

• Motivated, self-directed based on agreed-to objectives, and results-orientated.
• Strong organizational skills and ability handling competing priorities.
• Ability to influence people, even in the absence of authority.
• Confidence, professionalism and tact to appropriately interact with all levels of employees.
• Ability to prioritize according to importance at a rapid pace.
• Experience in creating a strategic plan, using data to set goals and deliver results.
• Proficient in inspiring and coaching experienced team members while willing to roll-up own sleeves to find solutions.

• Experienced in using lean problem-solving tools (Kaizen, Six Sigma, PPI etc.).
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Greets challenge and change as opportunity.

Working Conditions:

Many duties are performed while sitting at a desk or conference room, (e.g., operating a computer, using a telephone, or writing and analyzing data and/or reports, attending meetings). Duties also include walking or standing for periods of time within the office areas, labs, manufacturing, distribution, during inspections, drills, participating in agency inspections, audits, supporting incident command system during emergency response activities.