Thermo Fisher Scientific · 4 hours ago
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist III
Stafford Springs, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in providing solutions that make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As an EHS Specialist III, you'll provide expert guidance in environmental health, safety, and sustainability programs, collaborating with teams to implement EHS management systems and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Provide expert guidance and leadership in environmental health, safety, and sustainability programs across the organization
Collaborate with teams at all levels to develop and implement comprehensive EHS management systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and create a strong safety-focused culture
Protect employees, environment, and facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence
Develop and deliver EHS training programs and lead safety initiatives
Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in EHS in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or chemical industry settings
Knowledge of applicable EHS regulations and management systems (OSHA, CT DEEP, EPA)
Strong technical expertise in chemical safety, hazardous materials, and environmental compliance
Experience developing and delivering EHS training programs and leading safety initiatives
Ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits
Project management and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities with all levels of the organization
Proficiency with EHS software systems and Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
Preferred Fields of Study: Environmental Science, Engineering, or related technical field
Professional certifications preferred: CEP
EHS Certificate or advanced degree in related discipline advantageous
Preferred experience in execution of state and federal environmental reporting and permitting
Preferred experience with hazmat, RCRA, wastewater, stormwater, and emergency response
Demonstrated success in organizational change initiatives
Multi-manufacturing site experience in an environmental role preferred
Benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (272)
2024 (224)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Marc Casper
CEO
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-21
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