Exact Sciences · 1 week ago
Sr. EHS Business Partner
Madison, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $151K/yr
5+ years expExact Sciences is focused on changing how the world prevents, detects, and guides treatment for cancer. The Senior EHS Business Partner will lead all EHS initiatives at the site, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing EHS performance metrics, and fostering a strong safety culture among employees.
BiotechnologyHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide EHS Leadership for the designated Exact location(s), specifically:
Manage site(s) in achieving EHS goals and objectives while collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g. HR, Operations, Quality) to integrate EHS initiatives into everyday operations
Foster an engaged workforce that takes ownership of EHS performance and actively participates in safety and environmental initiatives
Serve as a subject matter expert, providing insights on EHS topics and supporting decision-making at site level, in EHS best practices, regulations, and risk management. Provide actionable insights to site leadership and support informed decision-making at the site level
Analyze data from safety incidents, audits, inspections, and employee feedback to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement. Recommend corrective actions and continuously monitor safety performance, drive continuous improvement, and refine EHS processes, ensuring implementation of best practices
Establish, monitor, and report on EHS performance metrics, ensuring goals are met or exceeded
Oversees site(s) compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. (e.g. OSHA, EPA, DNR, CDC, DOH, CAP, CLIA, NY, etc.) and ensure timely and accurate preparation for regulatory inspections and audits
Manage regulatory reporting, including OSHA logs and environmental compliance documentation
Lead and manage interactions with regulatory agencies and serve as the primary contact during inspections and audits
Lead investigations of workplace incidents, identifying root causes and ensuring effective corrective actions are taken
Lead annual updating and implementation of risk assessments, job hazard assessments, internal audits and regulatory required audits while working with leadership teams to create goals and objectives based on key EHS risks
Lead site in required training for leaders and lab staff
Lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the company’s environmental footprint, focusing on waste reduction, energy efficiency, and water conservation
Oversee the development, testing, and maintenance of emergency response plans and procedures
Manage real-time response to emergencies, ensuring effective communication, and coordination with internal teams and external agencies
Lead and facilitate EHS engagement through EHS teams and committees needed to accomplish the established goals and objectives for the year
Provide subject matter expertise (SME) to the Global EHS Programs, specifically:
Participate in SME Core team meetings
Support developing and implementation of global standards, procedures, training and communication materials to meet Exact Sciences business needs and compliance obligations
Provide support in building organizational capabilities by providing EHS training and development of EHS professionals and site element champions
Adaptable, flexible, open to change and able to work in ambiguous situations responding to new information and unexpected circumstances, such as unclear safety guidelines or emerging regulatory requirements, and develop appropriate solutions in a timely manner
Highly organized, self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning within the safety field
Apply excellent attention to detail
Apply excellent oral and written communication skills
Apply effective time management skills
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations
Ability to react to issues in a positive, productive way and successfully deal with work delegation in a fast-paced environment
Ability to influence cross-functional partners, lead organizational change, develop cross-functional internal sponsors, and build alignment to achieve desired outcomes
Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
Adaptable, open to change, and able to work in ambiguous situations and respond to new information and unexpected circumstances
Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization
Ability to work designated schedule
Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed
Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day
Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height
Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements
Ability to work with hazardous or flammable materials so as not to endanger oneself or others
Ability and means to travel between local Exact Sciences locations
Ability to travel 10% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field as outlined in the essential duties; or Associates degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health or related field as outlined in the essential duties and 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree
5+ years of EHS experience preferably within industrial, manufacturing, or large-scale operational environments
Demonstrated basic understanding of relevant OSHA, EPA, DNR, CDC, DOH, CAP, FDA, NY regulations, and CLIA regulations
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer skills (emails, internet navigation, etc.)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in country where work will be performed on a full or part-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation
Preferred
7+ years of EHS experience in a biotech manufacturing environment, medical device technology, clinical laboratory or research and development environment
Advanced degree or professional certification (Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, etc.) encouraged
Experience in an EHS role during a period of rapid business growth
Professional working knowledge with creating and implementing new processes or procedures to various employee groups
Professional working knowledge in seeing projects through from initiation to implementation and follow-up
Professional working knowledge with ISO14001, and ISO45001, standards
Benefits
Paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
Paid leave for parents and caregivers
A retirement savings plan
Wellness support
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Company
Exact Sciences
Exact Sciences offers a portfolio of cancer screening and diagnostic tests that span from early detection to treatment monitoring.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.75B2025-06-20Acquired
2024-04-11Post Ipo Debt· $620.7M
2023-02-23Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Kevin Conroy
Chairman & CEO
Aaron Bloomer
Executive Vice President, CFO
Recent News
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