Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Serán BioScience is searching for a strategic leader to build and steer the EHS team. The EHS Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of the environmental health and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote a safe and sustainable work environment for employees. This role will shape and drive programs that safeguard employees, facilities, and the environment, ensuring regulatory compliance in fast-paced, high-stakes CDMO operations. Looking for a leader with expertise to help guide the safe handling of novel drug therapeutics while fostering a culture of risk awareness and operational excellence. As a partner in the planning and execution of a greenfield commercial manufacturing site, this role will influence facility design, manufacturing projects, and process improvements, integrating modern safety protocols and digital tools. Ideal candidates bring a strong technical foundation, certifications like CSP or CIH, and a decade of experience in EHS leadership within regulated manufacturing environments. By joining a CDMO as its Director of EHS, you will play a pivotal role in protecting people and products, building a resilient safety culture, and contributing to the delivery of life-changing therapies worldwide.

• Provides corporate oversight on matters related to compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Establishes, builds consensus, and communicates standards and guidelines to the organization
• Conducts periodic audits, surveys, and visits along with established governance systems and keeps management apprised of potential risks and liabilities
• Focuses on prevention and actively participate in setting the agenda for EH&S as well as the development and revision of regulations affecting Company operations
• Recommends facilities, staffing, and funds required to carry out programs, which are directly related with and directed toward fulfillment of overall organizational objectives
• Is a recognized leader and authority in a broad area of EH&S specialization
• Selects EH&S programs to further the organization's objectives
• Conceives and plans investigations of broad areas for which precedents are lacking in areas critical to the overall EH&S function
• Is consulted extensively by associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on their scientific interpretations and advice
• Ensures that overall budgets, schedules, and performance standards are realistically set and attained
• Provides periodic reports of progress and plans and conducts briefings and technical meetings for senior management as appropriate
• Contributes to site strategy as part of the Operations Leadership Team
• Monitors and interprets relevant local, state, and federal EHS regulations and guidelines applicable to the biopharma industry
• Authors EHS policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with industry best practices and legal requirements
• Oversees team who implements safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors to prevent accidents and injuries
• Manages incident investigations and root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurre
• Maintains and analyzes safety data and metrics, providing regular reports to management and recommending action plans
• Manages the team who identifies and assesses potential EHS hazards and risks, implementing controls to mitigate them
• Manages the team who delivers EHS training and workshops to employees, promoting awareness and a proactive approach to safety
• Scope of work may increase to align with Company initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proven knowledge of legal and regulatory compliance standards for biopharma industry
• Possess and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Possess excellent proactive problem-solving and analytical skills
• Possess ability to create a strong, team-based environment
• Well organized, detail-oriented, possess ability to multi-task
• Self-motivated, disciplined, focused, work well under pressure and be able to prioritize work
• Must be dependable and show initiative to improve the overall throughput and financial goals of the organization
• Must possess the ability to bridge relationships with a variety of individuals and between various departments and levels of the organization
• Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the Company
• Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software with the ability to learn and implement EHS training and management systems

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Proven experience (10+ years) is EHS, preferably within biopharma or pharmaceutical industry
• 5+ years of successful EH&S leadership experience directly managing EH&S staff
• Successful experience in leading teams in a multi-plant and/or multi-site cGMP-regulated commercial manufacturing environment, including cross-functional team leadership
• In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations and standards, including OSHA, EPA, and other relevant agencies
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) are preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
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• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
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• Must be able to wear a respirator
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• Must adhere to consistent and in-person attendance
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Compensation correlates to skills and experience presented by selected candidate. Visit to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon.

Benefits Summary:

Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees' wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.