EHSS Specialist III

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact. 

Position Summary:

The Specialist has responsibility for the implementation of the Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) program. This includes leadership to maintain EHSS compliance and continuous improvement. EHSS supports operations of biologic contract development and manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities include incident response, reporting and investigations; environmental permit management; and risk management. Implements all applicable EHSS programs for the site such as: LOTO, confined space entry, industrial hygiene, hazard communication, PPE, workers compensation, emergency management, etc. Coordinates with operations to identify and mitigate risks with effective engineering controls, procedures, and training.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with KBI staff: Maintain productive working relationships with EHS&S and site staff. Collaborate on ways to enhance the Safety culture.  
• EHS&S General Compliance: Provide input on EHS&S assessments. Define additional action items where compliance gaps exist. Offer guidance on compliance improvement initiatives.            
• EHS&S Management Systems: Assist with maintenance of the Benchmark EHS&S Management system. Actively facilitate closure of open action items. Help track metrics associated with all modules. Aid in execution of Compliance Calendar tasks by identifying appropriate actions to take including completion of regulatory reports.        
• EHS&S Written Programs: Draft new written programs and/or revise existing programs where needed.
• EHS&S Training: Develop training presentations and deliver training to affected groups. Assist with implementation ofexisting training programs. Work with Global Training to maintain and track accurate records.           
• Waste Management: Oversee compliance with hazardous waste management and propose plans to enhance proficiencies surrounding waste management.           
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor of Science degree in an occupational health and safety related field and a minimum of 5 - 10 years of industry experience as a safety professional, or Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline and minimum of 7 - 12 years’ experience as a safety professional in R&D and/or manufacturing.

• Relevant training and/or certification in regulated safety and environmental activities such as:
  • RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
  • DOT hazardous materials shipping
  • First Aid/CPR/AED
  • 30 Hr General Industry OSHA Certification,
  • 40 Hr HAZWOPER certification, etc.

Preferred:

• Experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment (biotech, pharmaceutical or medical device industries)
• Knowledge of the operations typical to the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry.

Language Ability

Ability to concisely write reports and to effectively communicate information to executive management, managers, technicians, government agencies and customers.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

 Math Ability

Strong math and analytical skills required. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, variance analysis, and determination of reliability and validity.

Equipment Use

Computer, smartphone, copy machines, EHS&S and industrial hygiene instruments such as a noise dosimeter, gas monitor, light meter, etc.

Working Conditions

Incumbents may work with toxic materials, toxic gases, electrical hazards, and dangerous tools and equipment.

Must comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the company and the Pharmaceutical / Biotech industry including FDA regulations such as cGMP, GDP, Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability regulations and company regulations such as the employee handbook.

Salary Range: $101,000 - $138,000

Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.   

About KBI: 

KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500+ customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. Recognized for quality manufacturing, KBI delivers robust process development and cGMP manufacturing services across its six global locations in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit www.kbibiopharma.com. 

KBI is a proud EEO/AA employer dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment where all voices are heard and valued. That's why we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds – regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status – and strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team. 

KBI Biopharma is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any employee entering a KBI site located in the US must inform KBI Biopharma of their vaccination status and must submit their vaccination status. All vaccinated employees are required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, with a COVID-19 vaccination which has been granted FDA approval or Emergency Use Authorization.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

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