Senior EHS Specialist

Are you looking for an opportunity to the manage the successful deployment of a full range of Environment Health and Safety services across the region and business units in a technically robust way? If so, this is the role for you.

As a Senior EHS&S Specialist, you will lead the day-to-day implementation and maintenance of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security/Emergency Response (EHS&S) programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.

As the Senior EHS&S Specialist with expertise in Chemicals, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency Response, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of critical health, safety, and hazardous materials (chemical and biological) safety programs to mitigate key risks to the site. This position will serve as the primary site SME for chemical safety and Industrial Hygiene, including the development and oversight of the future Hazardous Materials Emergency Response team. Additionally, you will support the site and assigned value streams in general/industrial safety needs, championing EHS principles across the site and collaborating with management and staff to continuously enhance EHS performance.

Therefore, to be successful in this role, you will need experience in a facility/manufacturing EHS role, with specific expertise in chemical safety/industrial hygiene and emergency response.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:

• Assess chemical and biological hazard risks from new and existing materials and processes, evaluate the effectiveness of existing exposure controls, and advise on different control methodologies.

• Conduct Industrial Hygiene monitoring, analyze results, issue reports, and manage site plans, including exposure monitoring/modeling and the chemical safety program.

• Integrate Industrial Hygiene considerations into capital and minor works projects, and effectively identify and manage risks through technical innovation and support.

• Evaluate compliance with federal, state, and local legislation and GSK requirements related to EHS&S, interpret requirements, and provide recommendations for compliance.

• Perform program audits, facility inspections, and generate recommended corrective actions.

• Manage key health and safety risks to GSK personnel, contractors, visitors, and the company's reputation with regulators and the public.

• Implement EHS&S programs at the Marietta site, verify their effectiveness, and ensure proper identification and mitigation of hazards and risks.

• Ensure GSK standards are embedded into the project and operations to mitigate key risks for the site.

• Implement EHS&S Management Systems for health, safety, environment, and security regulations and requirements.

• Oversee the formation and management of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including team member selection, equipment procurement and maintenance, and targeted training for efficient emergency handling.

• Direct ERT operations, conduct routine equipment inspections, and coordinate skill-building exercises to ensure team preparedness for industrial incidents.

• Develop, conduct, and evaluate training on EHS&S programs and processes, including training area supervisors and staff to identify hazards and conduct workplace inspections.

• Recommend and develop specific safety improvement plans and programs based on trend analysis and EHS&S performance.

• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• Bachelor's degree in safety, Occupational Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, or other closely related scientific or engineering discipline.

• Professional certification (either a CSP or CIH) is highly preferred. If not currently certified, the candidate must have the ability to become certified within 2 years of date of hire. Note: Obtaining and maintaining either a CSP or CIH certification is a requirement of this position.

• 5+ years of experience in the EHS&S field with progressive roles and responsibilities, including managing and executing EHS programs. Experience must include time in a facility EHS role as well as specific work experience related to chemical safety/industrial hygiene and emergency response.

• Member of relevant professional EHS institution in order to stay current in the field.

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• Chemical, laboratory, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, or similar regulatory manufacturing experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety and health regulations in general industry (29 CFR Part 1910) and a working knowledge of construction (29 CFR Part 1926). Specific knowledge related to regulatory guidelines and standards impacting work with chemical and biological hazardous materials (e.g., OSHA 1910 Subpart Z - Toxic and Hazardous Substances) is expected.

• Strong technical knowledge of risk management and safety principles in chemical and biological safety.

• Strong working knowledge of Industrial Hygiene principles, including assessing risk, developing monitoring strategies, interpreting data, and recommending control measures.

• Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation, and management of programs related to high risk/high hazard management, risk assessments and control, processes and hazardous agents (chemical/biological), security, and emergency response.

• Proficient understanding of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company-specific emergency response standards, to ensure all activities align with legal and corporate requirements.

• In-depth knowledge of emergency response equipment and technology, coupled with the ability to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs that enhance team capability and ensure proper equipment use during emergencies.

• Ability to quickly assess emergency situations, make strategic decisions under pressure, and implement immediate actions to protect life, property, and the environment.

• Must be able to lead in a highly complex matrix environment and influence others at all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated organizational, troubleshooting, and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to make complex ideas seem simple and to deliver messages with clarity and impact.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize plans, develop short and long-term strategies to address complex issues, using relevant change management techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, which requires the ability to successfully change and revise plans quickly to meet demand.

• Demonstrated flexibility to create and systematically evaluate different alternative solutions to issues while maintaining compliance with regulations and GSK standards.

• Must have excellent attention to detail. "Right-First-Time" deliverable of work products is expected. Must be able to work and make sound decisions with minimal supervision or oversight.

• Must be able to support, on short notice, extended hours and shift and/or weekend coverage to support construction activities and 24/7 manufacturing operations.

• Must be able to respond to the site 24/7/365 for emergencies.

• Must be willing to occasionally travel.

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