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The SMS Lead- HSE Champion is responsible for leading Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives and supporting Manufacturing Excellence (ME) programs within Pearl River operations. This role ensures compliance with regulatory and internal standards, drives continuous improvement, and fosters a culture of safety and operational excellence across all levels of the organization.
Job Responsibility:
Cascade monthly HSE updates, KPIs, audit results, and program changes
Share best practices and lessons learned across departments
Support site programs in industrial hygiene, biosafety, fire and life safety, occupational safety, process safety, and environmental compliance
Attend and contribute to monthly HSE meetings
Maintain and update JHAs and annual risk maps
Coordinate product stewardship activities (e.g., SDS updates, chemical inventory)
Ensure compliance with medical surveillance and task-based risk assessments
Support regulatory compliance activities (e.g., hazardous waste management, spill response, ASTs, energy control/LOTO, contractor safety)
Initiate and manage accident investigations in Qualipso
Own and track action plans and link incidents to risk profiles
Conduct internal audits and inspections
ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., hazardous waste, ASTs, KSEs)
Initiate and manage accident/incident investigations in Qualipso, ensuring timely root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs)
Lead Gemba walks and MSV (Managing for Safety & Value) schedules
Support coactivity planning, permit-to-work processes, and emergency drills (fire, spill, MERT, biohazard)
Deliver onboarding training for non-GMP areas
Maintain and update safety maps and visual management tools
Act as a liaison between area managers, HSE, and maintenance for escalations
Identify and escalate improvement ideas
Monitor and trend safety and performance data (e.g., SRR, MSV, injuries, incidents)
Support site-wide continuous improvement initiatives using structured tools, templates, and internal communications
Lead proactive learning activities such as After Action Reviews, cross-functional workshops, and kaizen events
Promote a culture of operational excellence and employee engagement
Manage operational KPIs (e.g., +QDCI) and facilitate cascaded reviews from shop floor to senior leadership
Ensure alignment of performance metrics with site goals and strategic priorities
Ensure data quality and integrity for global performance dashboards and reporting systems
Utilize tools such as Power BI and iObeya to visualize trends and support decision-making
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or related field
3+ years in HSE or manufacturing operations, preferably in a regulated industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Power BI, iObeya, Qualipso, and EHS Desk
Familiarity with MSDS Online, SEDDA, and risk assessment tools
Understanding of chemical and biological safety is a plus
OSHA 30 hour (general industry or Construction) or similar certifications are preferred
Strong communication and coaching abilities
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority