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This role will lead the day-to-day implementation and maintenance of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security/Emergency Response (EHS&S) programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. As the EHS&S Specialist with expertise in Chemicals, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency Response, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of critical health, safety, and hazardous materials (chemical and biological) safety programs to mitigate key risks to the site. This position will serve as the primary site SME for chemical safety and Industrial Hygiene, including the development and oversight of the future Hazardous Materials Emergency Response team. Additionally, you will support the site and assigned value streams in general/industrial safety needs, championing EHS principles across the site and collaborating with management and staff to continuously enhance EHS performance.
Job Responsibility
Assess chemical and biological hazard risks from new and existing materials and processes, evaluate the effectiveness of existing exposure controls, and advise on different control methodologies
Conduct Industrial Hygiene monitoring, analyze results, issue reports, and manage site plans, including exposure monitoring/modeling and the chemical safety program
Integrate Industrial Hygiene considerations into capital and minor works projects and effectively identify and manage risks through technical innovation and support
Evaluate compliance with federal, state, and local legislation and GSK requirements related to EHS&S, interpret requirements, and provide recommendations for compliance
Perform program audits, facility inspections, and generate recommended corrective actions
Manage key health and safety risks to GSK personnel, contractors, visitors, and the company’s reputation with regulators and the public
Implement EHS&S programs at the Marietta site, verify their effectiveness, and ensure proper identification and mitigation of hazards and risks
Ensure GSK standards are embedded into the project and operations to mitigate key risks for the site
Implement EHS&S Management Systems for health, safety, environment, and security regulations and requirements
Oversee the formation and management of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including team member selection, equipment procurement and maintenance, and targeted training for efficient emergency handling
Direct ERT operations, conduct routine equipment inspections, and coordinate skill-building exercises to ensure team preparedness for industrial incidents
Develop, conduct, and evaluate training on EHS&S programs and processes, including training area supervisors and staff to identify hazards and conduct workplace inspections
Recommend and develop specific safety improvement plans and programs based on trend analysis and EHS&S performance
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, safety, industrial hygiene, engineering, occupational health or related field
2+ years of experience in the EHS&S field with progressive roles and responsibilities, including managing and executing EHS programs
Experience must include time in a facility EHS role as well as specific work experience related to chemical safety/industrial hygiene and emergency response
Professional certification (either a CSP or CIH) is highly preferred. If not currently certified, the candidate must have the ability to become certified within 2 years of date of hire
Member of relevant professional EHS institution in order to stay current in the field such as ASSP or ACGIH
Experience with Chemical, laboratory, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, or similar regulatory manufacturing environment
Availability to support occasional extended hours, shift/weekend coverage and 24/7/365 emergency response
willingness to travel occasionally (< 5% travel)
Nice to have
Working knowledge of OSHA general industry (29 CFR 1910) and construction (29 CFR 1926) regulations
Practical experience developing, implementing and managing high hazard programs, risk assessments and controls, emergency response, security and health & wellbeing initiatives
Practical knowledge of risk management for construction projects and ability to integrate EHS requirements into project design, construction, commissioning and operations
Awareness of environmental compliance requirements and experience applying them in operations
Strong organizational, troubleshooting and decision-making skills
able to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication
able to simplify complex issues and influence stakeholders at all levels
Ability to prioritize work, develop short- and long-term strategies, and apply change management techniques
Flexibility to adapt plans quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and evaluate alternative solutions while maintaining compliance with regulations and GSK standards