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ThermoFisher Scientific EHS Specialist II in Madison, Wisconsin

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day which is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information

Madison, WI – Chemical Analysis Division (CAD) & Life Science Group (LSG)

Discover Impactful Work:

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s is seeking an individual to join our EHS Team for the Madison location who will be engaged supporting the Environmental Health and Safety initiatives for the site. The role is a hands-on individual contributor who will report to the EHS Manager supporting Business Units and EH&S programs within the Madison site

A day in the Life:

  • Maintain EHS policies, programs and procedures that ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and corporate standards

  • Be a safety advocate and proactively look for opportunities to improve safety programs and educate and encourage employees to do the same applying lean tools

  • Serve as a technical resource to the company in sophisticated areas of EHS Compliance, risk management, hazardous materials/waste, industrial hygiene, industrial safety, and/or ergonomics

  • Lead monthly Gemba walks finding opportunities related to EH&S

  • Coordinate handling/removal of hazardous materials and waste (profile waste streams, maintain manifests, and compile environmental reporting)

  • Perform periodic audits to identify potential environmental and workplace hazards, program deficiencies, liabilities and help with inspections

  • Coordinate the site's Accident and Incident reporting process. Participate in incident investigations, ensuring root cause and countermeasure identification is completed to eliminate future injury

  • Coordinate all Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health related training

  • Generate regular reporting of all EHS metrics and key performance indicators both at the site and corporate level

  • Maintain routine safety and environmental reports and records (OSHA logs, HMBP, SDSs, etc.)

  • Assist with changes to manufacturing/office areas to ensure established safety standards are met

  • Submit purchase requisitions for safety related equipment or PPE.

Keys to Success:

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, or related scientific field such as Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering

  • Professional certification preferred but not required

Experience

  • 2 to 5 years in an EH&S role, preferably in the electrical device manufacturing industry

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Working knowledge of regulations pertaining to EH&S and related compliance requirements with strong attention to details

  • Ability to proactively anticipate and resolve regulatory questions, to meet expected timelines for regulatory requirements

  • Ability to lead and facilitate projects to conclusion, adapt to changes in the work environment and demonstrate flexibility

  • Ability to multi-task keeping company objectives and demonstrate appropriate sense of urgency with regards to responsiveness with addressing any high-risk compliance issues, and manage risk proactively

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • The physical work requirements for an EHS Specialist II include a combination of office and fieldwork.

  • Safely to lift 50 lbs.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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