EHS Specialist

Role Summary

EHS Specialist at Just Evotec Biologics. Site-based role in Seattle, WA, with travel to Redmond, WA. Reports to the Head of EHS, US. Responsible for supporting the deployment of EHS systems, ensuring alignment with site and corporate requirements, and driving continuous improvement in safety culture and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of environmental, health, and safety programs that meet regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and site objectives.
• Provide guidance and awareness training to employees and contractors on EHS systems, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Assist with hazard assessments, job hazard analyses, and reviews of new equipment and/or processes.
• Coordinate event and incident investigations with operations, ensuring timely reporting, root cause identification, and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Administer assigned EHS systems and maintain relevant standard operating procedures and intranet resources.
• Participate in Safety Committees and contribute to site-level EHS initiatives.
• Promote a positive and proactive safety culture across all organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree with formal EHS training (e.g., Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification or working towards).
• 5+ years of EHS experience, ideally in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industries.
• Hands-on experience in lab safety, biosafety, emergency response, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials management.
• Strong knowledge of EHS laws and regulations relevant to site operations.
• Experience supporting incident investigations and interfacing with regulatory agencies.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with enabling teams.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate effectively across functions and levels.
• Approachable and empathetic, with the ability to engage both frontline staff and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results on the shop floor and support safe, compliant operations.
• Adaptable and effective in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Committed to continuous professional development in EHS practices.