EHS Manager
Biogen
Full-time
Remote friendly (Triangle, NC)
United States
$104,000 - $139,000 USD yearly
Operations
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Role Summary
EHS Manager responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Management System. Oversees site-specific EHS programs, ensures regulatory compliance, and promotes a culture of safety and sustainability. Partners with business leaders and global teams to support safety, integrity, and accountability.
Responsibilities
- Lead And Manage EHS Programs – Direct site-level implementation of the EHS Management System, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulatory requirements.
- Team Leadership – Guide and mentor site EHS administrators and program leads to drive consistency, efficiency, and best practices.
- Physical Safety & Risk Management – Oversee physical safety programs, including daily safety in labs, production, and maintenance; conduct JHAs and risk assessments for high-risk activities; manage LOTO, confined space, elevated work programs; administer fall protection and equipment safety; oversee contractor safety programs; support emergency preparedness and spill response; manage PPE selection and fit testing.
- Training & Learning – Serve as EHS Functional Learning Lead; maintain and enhance global training matrices, needs assessments, and learning tools.
- Communications & Engagement – Lead EHS communications and engagement programs such as Earth Month, Safety Days, and EHS Awards.
- Inspections & Investigations – Manage EHS inspections, audits, and investigations; perform floor walks and field verifications to identify and mitigate hazards; ensure timely corrective actions.
- Systems & Data Management – Administer and optimize EHS IT tools (e.g., myEHS, Veeva, 3E); ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity.
- Documentation & Governance – Maintain controlled EHS documentation, SOPs, and management system content per standards.
- Metrics & Reporting – Develop dashboards, analyze performance trends, and prepare leadership reports.
- Collaboration – Partner with Sustainability, Facilities, and Global Security to align environmental and safety initiatives.
Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.
- Required: Minimum of 5 years of progressive EHS experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or highly regulated industry.
- Required: Strong understanding of EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
- Required: Experience managing EHS management systems and digital tools (myEHS, Veeva, 3E).
- Required: Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
- Required: Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; experience leading inspections, training programs, and safety culture initiatives.
- Preferred: Professional EHS certification such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
- Preferred: Experience in sustainability reporting and metrics tracking.
- Preferred: Participation in professional EHS associations or networks.
- Preferred: Familiarity with learning management systems and global training frameworks.
Skills
- Leadership and collaboration
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Risk assessment and incident investigation
- Training and learning program design
- Data analysis and EHS metrics
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
Additional Requirements
- Location details not specified in source
- Travel expectations not specified in source