Senior Manager-EHS

Category:

EH&S

Employment Type:

Contract

Reference:

BH-383198

Yoh Scientific is actively recruiting for a Senior Manager of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) to work a contract assignment!

Title: Senior Manager - EHS
Location: Freemont, CA
Duration: contract assignment of at least 6 months, possibly extended but not guranteed
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8a - 5p
Pay Rate: $50 - $65/hour, based on experience

Responsibilities:

• To manage Environmental Health and Safety compliance programs in accordance with all applicable State and Federal regulations, corporate requirements, and other legal requirements in order to help protect the health and safety of BIFI employees, to protect the environment, and to minimize risks to the company.
• Assist internal customers with their EHS needs and actively cultivate a safety and sustainability culture.
• Actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of products to patients and customers.
• Manage and continuously improve Health and Safety Programs in adherence to all Local, State, Federal and Company requirements.
• Health and Safety Programs managed by this position may include, but are not limited to: Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Safety, Process Safety, Ergonomics, Hazard Communication, Biosafety, PPE and other General Safety Programs including but not limited to Hot Work, Control of Hazardous Energy, Confined Space, OSHA Recordkeeping, and others.
• This position may serve as the Biological Safety Officer and may manage Emergency Response organizations at the site including the Emergency Evacuation Team.
• Manage and continuously improve BIFI Environmental Programs in adherence to all Local, State, Federal and Company requirements.
• Environmental Programs managed by this position may include but are not limited to: Air Emissions /Refrigeration Management, Wastewater Management, Protection of Surface and Groundwater, Waste Management, Environmental Remediation and Community Right to Know Reporting.
• Manage and implement programs to foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship within the various business units.
• Duties may include outreach activities, messaging, leading committees, and working with Senior Management to drive the BE SAFE and BE GREEN culture.
• Develop, implement, and manage the EHS Management Systems for the site.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement concepts to better the sites safety and environmental performance.
• Business Partner EHS Program
• Working with assigned Business Partners to act as focal point for resolution of their EHS concerns and issues, to communicate matters between EHS and the business partner, and to support their business partners as needed.
• Miscellaneous EHS Issues as required, including but not limited to:
  • Participating on emergency response teams such as Emergency Evacuation teams.
  • Responding to incidents.
  • Lead and participate in inspections and audits.
  • Other tasks as required.
  
  
  
  

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree with at least eight to ten (8-10) years' experience in EHS at an operational facility, including at least five (5) years' experience with the relevant technical subject matter as detailed in this job profile.
• Must have significant experience managing and implementing EHS programs at operational sites on a tactical level.
• Must have significant experience with the relevant technical subject matter as detailed in this job profile.
• Requires four to six (4-6) years of experience leading projects.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with all team members.
• Requires teamwork, leadership, and influencing skills with a strong focus on customer service.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and must offer innovative and creative solutions to customer problems.
• Requires broad knowledge in EHS regulations and in the development and implementation of EHS management systems.
• Requires the understanding of business interruption and crisis management risks and corresponding control strategies.
• An in-depth knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements for all managed programs is required.
• Occasionally will be required to work in a physically demanding environment, including and participating in emergency response activities.
• Must have the ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Position may require periodic off-shift work to meet the needs of internal customers.
• Certifications preferred:
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist
  • Certified Safety Professional
  • Emergency Response
  
  
  
  

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs