Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist (EHSS) is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Environmental, Health, and Safety programs in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, DEA, and other applicable regulatory requirements while fostering a strong safety culture. The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist partners with Human Resources, Project Managers, Operations Supervisors, Maintenance Supervisors, Engineering and Quality to minimize risks, promote employee well-being, and maintain a safe and compliant workplace. The EHS Specialists will provide subject matter expertise either through education, training, and/or experience in multiple areas including environmental management, compliance, occupational safety, risk management, and/or occupational health.

Why Join Leiters Health?

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the pharmaceutical industry? Do you thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment where your skills and ideas are valued? Look no further – Leiters Health is seeking talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!

At Leiters Health, we're not just another pharmaceutical company – we're pioneers in the field, dedicated to delivering high-quality compounded sterile products and outsourced solutions to healthcare providers nationwide. Our commitment to excellence and patient safety is at the core of everything we do.

• Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking company that encourages creativity, welcomes fresh ideas, and fosters an environment of continuous improvement.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to a purpose-driven organization dedicated to providing critical medications and healthcare solutions that positively impact patients' lives.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training, mentorship, and growth opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career within a rapidly growing industry.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced technologies, staying ahead of the curve in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to teamwork, support, and mutual success, fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.

Who We're Looking For:

We're seeking enthusiastic individuals who are driven, adaptable, and passionate about contributing to a mission-driven organization. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, Leiters Health provides an environment where your skills and talents will be recognized and appreciated. Sound like you? Apply today!

Essential Functions:

This description is intended to be illustrative of the major duties performed by the employee assigned to this position.

Health and Safety Functions:

• Conducts SOP risk assessments, program risk assessments, ergonomic evaluations and job hazard analyses (JHAs).
• Supports industrial hygiene programs including monitoring of airborne particulates, hazardous drug handling, and potential noise exposure.
• Assists in the development and delivery of EHS training programs.
• Maintains health and safety records and promotes open reporting of safety incidents.
• Supports incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Leads the Safety Committee meetings
• Recognizes areas for improvement and makes recommendations to the Safety Committee and Function EHS Manager with sound proposals

Environmental Compliance Functions:

• Supports environmental compliance programs including hazardous waste management (RCRA), Tier II reporting, air permits, storm water reporting, wastewater discharge permits, and recycling initiatives.
• Maintains Safety Data Sheets and records for chemical inventory management.
• Responsible for hazardous waste and controlled substance waste segregation, labeling, and disposal activities in compliance with EPA and DOT regulations.
• Assist with environmental reporting and sustainability initiatives.

Regulatory and Compliance Functions:

• Supports regulatory inspections and audits (OSHA, EPA, CDPHE, Fire Departments).
• Responsible for ensuring OSHA compliance for the organization.
• Conducts internal audits, safety inspections, and Gemba Walks.
• Ensures documentation and records are maintained in accordance with cGMP, ISO, and corporate EHS standards.
• Partners with Quality and Compliance to ensure alignment of EHS programs with cGMPs.

Emergency Preparedness and Response Functions:

• Participates in emergency response planning, including spill response, fire drills, and evacuation procedures.
• Recognized as First Responder for the facility in emergency situations.
• Supports Business Continuity and site risk management programs.

General Functions:

• Coordination of daily EHS functions and support activities, and track information including but not limited employee unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and accidents.
• Responsible for ensuring that all work is conducted in a safe and healthy manner in accordance with all laws and regulations.
• Works independently and collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team, Managers, Supervisors and Leads across all departments.
• Provides guidance, support and supervision to personnel assigned to support the projects
• Maintains relationships with internal clients (e.g., engineering, operations, and contracts) and customer and contractor/subcontractor representatives to coordinate the administration and implementation of EHS functions on projects and facilities
• Maintains contact with project EHS personnel to keep them informed of EHS issues and to ensure adequate technical support. Provide guidance, support and supervision to personnel as needed.
• Develops and consolidates EHS weekly and monthly KPIs for distribution and periodic review
• Track’s deliverables, action items and corrective/preventative actions across the project
• Develops spreadsheets, workbooks, presentations, communications and EHS informational based literature
• Collaborates with all employees, encouraging safety suggestions to support continuous improvement
• Supports EHS Function with launching and promoting EHS initiatives and campaigns
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Experience and Necessary Competencies:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an Environmental Safety and Health position, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical manufacturing.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification preferred.
• Valid driver license required
• Strong knowledge of safety management systems and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and develop corrective actions.
• Effective communication and training skills.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and FDA/DEA regulations required.
• Thorough understanding of federal and state policies and regulations required
• Understanding of 503B regulatory requirements, cGMP standards, and USP guidelines is a plus!
• Proficient written, verbal and oral English communication skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including Outlook, Microsoft, and Excel.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds periodically.
• Ability to maintain a gowning qualification, if applicable.
• Ability to wear company-provided PPE when required.

Benefits:

• 100% employer paid medical plan.
• Dental & Vision insurance options including FSA & HSA
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Up to 4% 401K Matching (100% vested on day one!)
• Generous Paid Time Off Options – vacation, sick, paid leave and holidays!
• $5,250 Annual Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program with no limit
• Eligible for annual bonus program 

 

Timeline: We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until position is filled. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Please note that we do not work with third-party recruiters or agencies for this position. If you are a qualified candidate and wish to apply for this job, please do so directly through our official application process. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.