ElevateBio · 1 day ago
Director, Environmental Heath & Safety (EHS)
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $240K/yr
12+ years expElevateBio is a technology-driven cell and gene therapy company, accelerating access to the cutting-edge technologies and expertise to change the future of medicine. The Director of Environmental Health and Safety will be responsible for developing and executing ElevateBio’s global EHS strategy, ensuring strong EHS management practices, and driving compliance and sustainability efforts.
BiotechnologyGeneticsLife ScienceTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a global EHS and sustainability vision, strategy, and roadmap that supports ElevateBio’s business and operational objectives, influencing senior leadership through clear, data-driven insights and measurable KPIs
Serve as advisor and subject matter expert (SME) to senior leadership on all EHS related matters. Partner with site leadership teams to understand specific site risks and needs, developing action plans to address them
Maintain existing ISO14001 and ISO45001 certifications and expand to future manufacturing sites. Continuously evolve the EHS management program by incorporating leading industry practices. Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal EHS regulations (including OSHA, EPA, and NFPA)
Develop, oversee, and/or improve programs for occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, sustainability, and emergency preparedness
Establish and coordinate a comprehensive enterprise crisis management and business continuity program aligned with NFPA 1600. Partner with site leadership teams and IT to develop site specific recovery plans. Serve as incident commander during emergency response and recovery efforts
Lead and mentor a team of EHS professionals and contract support with direct management responsibility for EHS operations and performance at all ElevateBio sites in Waltham, MA, Pittsburgh, PA, and Durham, NC
Monitor emerging EHS and sustainability trends, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure ElevateBio remains ahead of evolving standards. Represent the company in external forums, benchmarking groups, and regulatory or industry networks to influence and shape EHS practices across the biotech and manufacturing landscapes
Establish and track EHS KPIs, analyze incident reporting data, manage the EHS budget, and allocate resources effectively
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in environmental science, occupational safety, engineering, or a related field
12+ years of experience in EHS management roles with demonstrated leadership skills, including at least 5 years in a senior management role within a biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization
Strong understanding of environmental and safety regulations at the federal, state, and local levels
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Proven track record of successfully managing EHS programs and driving continuous improvement
Preferred
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other relevant certifications preferred
Company
ElevateBio
ElevateBio is a technology-driven company built to power transformative genetic medicines today and for many decades to come.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$14M2021-03-23Angel· $14M
Leadership Team
Vikas Sinha
Chief Financial Officer
Michael Paglia
Chief Operating Officer, ElevateBio BaseCamp
Recent News
2024-05-10
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