EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist, under the supervision of the Senior EHS Manager, will be responsible for development and application of various safety and compliance programs at Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas (FDBT). Programs include occupational health and safety, fire safety, emergency response, management of hazardous and other special wastes, industrial hygiene, respiratory protection and environmental programs within the scope of EHS. This position is expected to be aware of all applicable OSHA and environmental regulations as they apply to FDBT and help maintain compliance with local, state and federal regulations for occupational and environmental safety.

The EHS Specialist will be familiar with the processes involved in pharmaceutical manufacturing and provide EHS support, as applicable

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Essential Functions

• Assist with all aspects of EHS, including applicable OSHA regulations, environmental record keeping, safety audits, and accident investigations.
• Ensure the Emergency Response Plan remains current with regulatory requirements and site needs Assist with the readiness of FDBT personnel and facilities to respond to emergencies.
• Develop, conduct and facilitate safety and environmental training programs, including OSHA required training and certifications.
• Conduct environmental and safety audits and inspections; assist EHS Management with reporting to Senior Leadership.
• Assist with the development and implementation of environmental programs that are aligned with FUJIFILM Green Goals.
• Assist in developing and maintaining EHS budget.
• Provide up-to-date regulatory guidance to all departments.
• Maintain incident, near miss and positive action database and generate periodic reports for Senior Leadership.
• Create and review reports to ensure completeness and that appropriate action is taken to promote a proactive safety culture and prevent recurrence of near misses and incidents.
• Track incidents involving injuries.
• Conduct audits to ensure all injuries are properly reported.
• Lead the safety coach team and conduct regular meetings,
• Assist with development and implementation of environmental programs and submission of compliance reports to regulatory agencies and FUJIFILM Holdings,  as required
• Conduct EHS system and facility audits to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently and to interpret policies and procedures to solve unusual and/or difficult problems;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Tools (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint); e
• Experience developing and maintaining computerized databases and tracking systems;
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross functionally

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
• Experience prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and stretching.
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate portable tools, test instruments, as well as a computer keyboard, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required.
• Have a normal range of vision.
• The ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and stairs of various heights.
• Be exposed to wet or humid conditions.
• This position may be On-Call for emergencies.
• Be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Be exposed to noisy environments.
• Attendance is mandatory.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree, preferably in life science, environmental science, occupational safety and health, with minimum of 5 years of full time experience in EHS; OR
• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in life science, environmental science, occupational safety and health, with 3 years of relevant EH&S experience.
• Experience in waste management and disposal, safety training, OSHA standards for general industry, health monitoring programs, and Federal and State environmental programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education and/or experience developing and implementing environmental sustainability programs.
• Experience with Google Business Enterprise applications (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites, Keep, etc.)
• Experience developing and maintaining Sharepoint site.
• Experience creating classroom and online training presentations, and teaching/training various size groups.
• Knowledge of DOT and IATA shipping regulations.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please e-mail FDBTHR@fujifilm.com or call 979-431-3528.