Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
This is a fully onsite role based?at?our 2710 Innovation Way location in Greenfield, IN. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.?
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without?sponsorship.?
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which?includes a drug screening.?
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.
Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.
Discover Impactful Work:
You'll be part of an innovative team advancing our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As the site Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist, you'll lead the facility EHS efforts, provide expert guidance and leadership in environmental health, safety, and sustainability programs across the organization. You'll collaborate with site-based teams at all levels to develop and implement comprehensive EHS management systems, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and create a strong safety-focused culture. You will collaborate with, be supported by and learn from EHS colleagues around the globe. This role combines strategic thinking with practical problem-solving to protect our employees, environment, and facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
A Day in the Life :
Managesthe Environmental, Health and Safety program at the Greenfield facility.
Ensures that all licensing, permitting, or other environmental, health or safety requirements are met at assigned site and takesappropriate actionsto ensure that any non-compliance issues are resolved.?Responds to EHS-related regulatory inspections and/or inquiries.
Maintains up to date knowledge and ensures thatprogramsmeet federal, state, and local requirements (e.g,IOSHA,IDEM, DOT, etc.), as well as company EHS requirements.Develops and updates allenvironmental,healthand safety relatedprogramsrthe Greenfield laboratoryfacility.??
Updates site management on new or changed regulationsin a timely manner.?Pro-activelymakes recommendations onfeasiblesolutions and alternativesthat ensurecompliance.?
Responds to inquiriesfrom employees and leaders.
Coordinatessafe removal and disposal of hazardous/biological waste from facility on a regularbasis.? Maintains and monitors waste manifest system.? Completes reporting forms and documents for all required regulatory agencies.?Monitors hazardous waste removalvendors andmay assist in consolidating hazardous wastes.
Develops andconductsenvironmental,health and safety training programs, including refreshertrainingsas required by regulations.???
May leadthe Environmental,Health & Safety committees, act asChemicalHygiene Officer,Workers Compcoordinator,SpillResponse Team leader, Emergency Action Plan coordinator,etc,
Seeks guidance and support from senior EHS leaders, asneeded.Performs periodic safety inspections.
Keys to Success :
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification. Preferred Fields of Study: Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related technical field
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years).?"Laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotech, clinical research, healthcare, or regulated manufacturing environment preferred."
In?some?cases,?an?equivalency,?consisting of a combination of appropriate?education, training and/or directly?related?experience, will be?considered sufficient for an?individual?to?meet?the requirements of?the?role.?
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
In-depthknowledge ofIOSHA,IDEM,DOT andother applicable regulations,includinghazardous/infectious waste regulations, chemical/biologicalsafety regulations.
Experienceimplementing and maintaining EHS programs (e.g., Chemical Hygiene,PPE, Respiratory Protection,Hazard Communication,Ergonomics,etc.)
Experience with emergency response and business continuity planning
Ability to interact successfully with the site leadership team.
Strong presentation skills and the ability to provide effective training?
Solidproblem-solvingskills?
Excellent written and verbal communication skills?
Strong judgment and business acumen?
Strong computer skills?includingabilitytoutilizean EHSManagement Systems application.
Working Conditions and Environment:?
ThermoFisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner
Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours
Able to lift and move objects of 15 to 40 pounds
Able to work in non-traditional work environments
Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology withproficiency
May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, includingchemicals andinfectious agents,typicallyfound in healthcare or laboratory environments
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities
Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
