Senior EHS Specialist

Job Id 280576 St. Louis, Missouri, United States Job Type Full-time

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

 

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

 

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

 


Your Role:

 

As a Senior EHS Specialist you will provide EHS support directly to those departments and employees involved in the GMP manufacturing of liquid Cell​ Culture Media, Supplements & Buffers​, materials handling warehouse activities at the Dekalb facility. Specific responsibilities include:

 

  • Conduct EHS-related training for affected employees within departments handling cell culture media
  • Ensure departmental personnel are competent in performing Risk Assessments and ensure necessary Risk Assessments are completed
  • Identify risk reduction methods and work with site management in implementing those methods
  • Conduct safety inspections and ensure departmental personnel are competent in performing safety inspections
  • Interact routinely with site management, supervision, and personnel on EHS related matters
  • Respond to and assist in investigation of employee injuries and area emergencies
  • Member of the Emergency Response Team with some on call duties

 

Physical Attributes:

 

  • Wear PPE such as hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, respirator, and gloves
  • Walk and climb steps routinely
  • May require work in ambient temperature and humidity environments

 

Who You Are

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or other EHS discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in EHS in an ISO environment

 

Preferred qualifications:

 

  • Certified Safety Professional (Board of Certified Safety Professionals)
  • Process Safety Management
  • knowledge of industrial hygiene, safety, and environmental regulations and standards, including OSHA and EPA guidelines
  • Experience in public speaking, including conducting meetings and providing training for site personnel

 

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What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

 

If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity, and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/press-positions.html

 

US Equal Employment Opportunities
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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WHAT WE OFFER

Money makes the world go round. But at our company there’s more than just financial rewards. We offer a range of attractive benefits to help you work your magic.
Saving & Finacial

Our 401(k) Plan includes a generous company-matching contribution and an additional discretionary contribution each year.

We also provide tax-advantaged accounts for you to save for healthcare, commuting expenses, company-provided and buy-up life insurance to help you protect your financial future.

Health & Wellness

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision coverage-including virtual care through Telehealth & free behavioral health counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a wellness incentive program and personalized support to help you navigate and use your benefits.

Voluntary Benefits

Our voluntary benefits provide additional protection from the high costs of healthcare not covered by health insurance.

We also have discount programs that offer exclusive savings on everything from auto, home, and pet insurance to low-interest personal loans. 

Work/Life Support

We have several programs to support your work/life balance, including generous paid time off, back-up day care services, education assistance, and more. 

OUR RECRUITING PROCESS

Depending on the position (level, functional area, country) the process can vary slightly. 
You apply
Complete your online application for your preferred role(s) that match your interests and qualification. If you cannot find a suitable role please join our Talent Zone and stay connected for your next career opportunity. 
We screen
We review your application and if we determine that you are a good fit we will move you to the selection process. 
We assess
You are interviewed by phone, via video and/or face to face. 
Mutual agreement
Ideally you are the perfect match for us! We hope you consider us as your new employer. 
Work your magic!
To guarantee you a smooth start our onboarding preparation begins. 
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