Specialist II Environmental Biochemist - Environmental, Health, Safety & Security
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Ensure compliance with OSHA standards designed to minimize employee exposure to hazardous biochemicals in the facility Identify biochemical molecules as particularly hazardous substances (PHS), and specify handling and containment requirements, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) Assist in executing an effective EHS&S program that meets all regulatory requirements. Draft necessary SOPs covering EHS&S-related activities Provide training on EHS&S procedures and policies. Develop and update biochemical risk assessments Partner with departments to coordinate the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program. Lead Safety Committee meetings and audits. Lead development of metrics for audit response Implement Continuous Improvement projects. Ensure contractor EHS&S compliance. Conduct environmental incident reporting Other duties as assigned The Candidate: Bachelor's (B.S./B.A.) degree minimum is required plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. We will also accept a Master's (M.S./M.A.) degree with 3+ years The degree should be in EHS&S, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related discipline Relevant professional certifications (ASP, CSP, CIH) is a plus Relevant experience is considered as: OSHA reporting requirements, conducting risk assessments (Functional, Chemical, Ergonomics), GMP regulations, hazardous waste management, regulatory agency interaction, and familiarity with ISO 45001 implementation Must have full understanding of OSHA/EPA compliance including stormwater, wastewater, RCRA, CAA, CWA, air emissions Must have experience managing risk assessments, PPE, industrial safety, Industrial Hygiene, auditing, and training/implementing EHS processes Physical requirements: Individual must be able to see, hear, read, and write clear English. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping. Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Must comply with EHS responsibilities. Lab work may involve irritants, electrical equipment, sharp instruments, toxic materials, hazardous waste. Clean room gowning required. Why you should join Catalent: Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process Diverse, inclusive culture Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays Generous 401K match Medical, dental and vision benefits Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree! Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com . This option is reserved for individuals who require accomm