Sr Environment Health and Safety Specialist Core and Technical Safety Programs

Company: Takeda Pharmaceuticals International GmbH
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

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Sr Environment Health and Safety Specialist Core and Technical Safety Programs Every day, employees working in Takeda’s Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain, and Global Quality business unit are shaping the future of healthcare. They are breaking down barriers and ensuring our life-changing medicines are available, accessible, and affordable to patients. Life-changing for you. Life-changing for patients.

Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain, and Global Quality is the backbone of Takeda, and our employees are the guardians for our patients, our products, and our reputation. As a member of our team, we can offer you the opportunity to grow in a meaningful career, develop your skills, and come to work every day knowing that what you do makes a genuine difference.

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Sr Environment Health and Safety Specialist Core and Technical Safety Programs Summary:

The Sr. EH&S Specialist – Core and Technical Safety Programs is be responsible for partnering with staff across various departments from Los Angeles (LA), Van Nuys (VN), and other sites as needed, to promote a strong EHS culture, execute company safety and health policies, and ensure compliance to all applicable local and regional regulations. This position requires a high degree of flexibility and solid EHS program knowledge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and implement comprehensive Core Safety Programs, in partnership and consultation with affected stakeholders

Lead Safety Committees, and provide direction and guidance

Lead site Emergency Response Teams, and maintain operational readiness

Conduct Instructor-Led training as assigned

Support construction and maintenance activities from an EHS perspective

Maintain site metrics, support Occupational Health initiatives

Support Environmental compliance and sustainability programs/initiatives

Provide Business Unit EHS leadership and support

Lead Risk Assessment initiatives, serve as Subject Matter Expert

Conduct Ergonomic Assessments

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Comprehensive working knowledge / understanding of EH&S matters, including related laws and regulations

Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and implement EHS programs

Experience in a research laboratory, biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment is a plus

Strong organizational skills to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment

Demonstrated ability to maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date records

Experience, ability, and willingness to respond to emergency situations, including working with site leadership to provide advice and direction on behalf of EHS

Ability to recognize hazards, drives continuous improvement, and promotes practical alternatives for risk reduction and risk control measures

Strong interpersonal skills, essential in dealing with people at all levels and in a variety of functions including technical staff, site leaders, hourly personnel and be able to influence andmotivate others to quickly achieve results

Ability to work independently and effectively across multiple organizational levels

Education and/or experience:

High school diploma or GED plus 6+ years of related experience or bachelors' degree in occupational health and safety, sciences, engineering or related field and 3+ years of related experience. Some leadership experience preferred

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 25 lbs

In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility

Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body

No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment

Will work in a cold, wet environment

Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends

Must be able to work overtime as required

May be required to work in a confined area

Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions

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Shire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Shire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda, will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, gender reassignment, non-job related mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or membership in any other category protected under law.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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