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ERM · 2 months ago

Startup and Validation EHS Team Lead (Field Based)

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

ERM is hiring an experienced Startup and Validation EHS Team Lead for onsite support of a new greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role involves leading the EHS Startup and Validation Team, ensuring safety practices and compliance during system startup and validation activities.

ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site lead for EHS during system startup and equipment validation activities

Develop and implement consistent safety strategies and procedures across all manufacturing areas

Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) strategies, training, and audits for startup operations

Lead and mentor area-based EHS Managers and Specialists supporting startup and validation phases

Review and approve EHS-related documentation, including JHAs/JSAs, PSERs, PFTSRs, and PSSRs

Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with client and regulatory standards

Track and report EHS performance metrics, including incident trends and corrective actions

Lead incident investigations and develop root-cause analysis and preventive recommendations

Coordinate environmental permit preparation and reporting in collaboration with the site’s environmental team

Interface regularly with project management, engineering, and contractor teams to maintain safe startup execution

Qualification

EHS expertiseProcess Safety ManagementLeadershipOSHA certificationPharmaceutical experienceFirst Aid/CPR/AED certificationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Minimum 7 years of EHS experience in pharmaceutical or related manufacturing startup and commissioning projects

OSHA 30-hour Construction or General Industry certification required

Strong understanding of process safety management (PSM), startup readiness, and validation safety requirements

Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary EHS teams and standardize practices across complex operations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage all levels of stakeholders

Preferred

CSP, CIH, or equivalent preferred

First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred

Company

ERM

Glassdoor3.6

ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.

Founded in 1971

Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.erm.com/

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