Senior EHS Manager

Overview

The EHS Senior Manager will be responsible for maintaining and managing day-to-day health, safety, emergency response, and environmental compliance for the STA Middletown DE location. The EHS Manager will also be responsible for the overall environmental compliance for all facilities in DE. The EHS Manager will monitor and improve processes to prevent and eliminate injury and illness to employees and assist the company to comply with safety laws. The EHS Manager will be responsible for the overall EHS management system and all applicable program elements of EHS. 

This position is 100% onsite requirement located in Middletown, DE. No hybrid or remote opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Is the accountable person for development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a EHS management system.
• Responsible for the Potent Compound Policy and new product (API) approvals with OEB assignments. Will oversee testing and safety validation of process equipment and tech transfers.
• Will oversee the accident investigation process, audit performance and CAPA tracking methods as well as any associated metric tracking.
• Facilitates / hosts Onsite audits and evaluations to identify potential health hazards from chemicals, biological substances, physical agents, and other environmental hazards.
• Recommends and leads improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment, to minimize the hazardous
• Leads and conducts employee training and emergency preparedness
• Prepares and maintains all necessary safety related compliance documents and records.
• Provides strategic leadership and works with management on identified Environmental, Health & Safety issues/recommendations/opportunities to foster continuous improvement of EHS programs and
• Serves as Safety SME and Leads advocacy efforts on individual Safety issues of importance to
• Responsible for all permits and reports (as it applies to environmental issues) by the Federal, State, or City of township and maintaining documentation around the same (EPA Title V air, water, waste)
• Develops, implements, and manages all components of the EHS management system at WuXi Delaware locations. This will include but not limit to LOTO, PPE, Noise, Machine guarding, Potent compounds, etc.
• Interact and serve as WuXi EHS SME for all regulatory agencies and client
• Manages and oversees the site hazardous waste program including collection, accumulation, shipments, as well as all required documentation.
• Supports the site with the development and implementation of the Security Management System.
• Be able to understand and articulate the business drivers aligned with safety strategy
• Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating updated organizational information, job expectations & supporting their work
• Plans, monitors, and appraises direct reports including performance competencies, goals & job results
• Coaches, counsels, and conducts disciplinary actions
• Develops, coordinates, and follows organizational systems, policies, procedures, and follows labor and capacity standards
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating
• Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other duties as assigned
• May be required to assist in other departments

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Science related field preferred; or combination of relevant Experience & Education
• 8+ years relevant technical experience and min 5 years Managing programs
• Preferred CSP, CHMM or CIH certification

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
• Need to be able to read, write and understand English
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Travel is required 10%, Domestic
• Subject matter expert in regulatory requirements under; OSHA, EPA, NJDEP, CDC, NRC, …
• Experience or understanding of GMP and/or Manufacturing Industry

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise
• Must be able to work in Lab setting with Biohazards /various Chemicals
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
• Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to Lift 20 lbs occasionally
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
• Ability to push/pull 50 lbs / occasionally
• Clarity of Vision
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
• Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding
• Ability to work in variable temperatures high to freezing
• Inside/outside working conditions

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.