Senior EHS Program Manager- Industrial Hygiene

At Genentech we are committed to fostering a culture of safety excellence, where the well-being of our employees is paramount. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Safety Professional to join our team and contribute to our continuous improvement in safety performance.

We are seeking candidates who possesses a practical, and specialized knowledge in industrial hygiene and its application within a biologics manufacturing environment. Additionally, you will play a strategic role that integrates EHS expertise directly into a specific operational or functional business unit; acting as the dedicated, single point of contact to ensure that safety is embedded into the function's daily activities and business processes.

Working independently within broad guidelines and policies, this role impacts a range of operational, project, and service activities, receiving minimal guidance. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, capable of influencing a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization.

The Opporutnity

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Solves problems by leading comprehensive workplace assessments and exposure evaluations. Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information (e.g., monitoring data, regulatory requirements, site history) to determine adverse health effects, which impacts a range of operational and service activities.

• Specialized Exposure Monitoring and Sampling: Applies in-depth practical knowledge to design and execute monitoring and sampling strategies, ensuring compliance with standards. The results directly impact a range of operational activities.

• Development of Control Methods: Recommends, designs, and implements engineering controls and other measures to mitigate hazards. Provides functional guidance on best practices for control implementation, and leads initiatives that impact project (e.g., capital improvements) and service activities.

• Compliance and Regulatory Resource: Ensures and audits site compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and consensus guidelines (OSHA, Cal/OSHA, DOT, NIOSH, ACGIH). Acts as the primary resource for colleagues and management on changes in laws, working within broad guidelines and policies.

• Health and Safety Training & Guidance: Develops and delivers specialized training for workers and managers on hazard awareness and controls.

• Program Management: Owns site-level industrial hygiene programs (e.g., Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, PPE), which are service activities impacting a range of operational groups.

• Incident Management & Prevention: Responsible for leading the safety response within a key stakeholder assigned function. This involves facilitating root cause analyses for complex safety incidents and near-misses, and then collaboratively developing and implementing mitigation strategies and controls to prevent the recurrence of similar events.

Who you are

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in the specialized area of Occupational Health and/or Industrial Hygiene, including relevant regulations, codes, and consensus standards (OSHA, Cal/OSHA, DOT, NIOSH, ACGIH), along with hands-on experience in risk assessment, exposure monitoring, and the development of control solutions (engineering, administrative, PPE).

• Problem-Solving and Judgment: Demonstrates the ability to solve complex problems, take a new perspective on existing solutions, and exercise sound judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information to make independent decisions.

• Business Acumen and Integration: Has knowledge of best practices in EHS and understands how Industrial Hygiene integrates with other business areas (e.g., Operations, Engineering, Quality). 

• Teamwork: Acts as a resource for colleagues and provides functional guidance. Demonstrates the ability to jump in where needed, juggle multiple actions and drive to execution.

• Demonstrates basic knowledge of related areas such as core safety and Environmental regulations, specifically those applicable to GMP and non-GMP biologics manufacturing environments.

Education

• You hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university with a major in physical science, life science, engineering, occupational safety, or other relevant scientific field.

Experience (minimum)

• Minimum of 5 or more years of relevant work experience in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS).

• Previous experience in manufacturing and/or the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and climb in industrial environments for extended periods.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, and safety shoes.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Relocation benefits are not available for this posting

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $98,600 (min) - $140,800 (mid) - $183,000 (max).  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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