Associate Manager, Safety, Health & Environment; SHE - Wayne, PA and Exton, PA

Associate Manager, Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

Wayne, PA & Exton, PA

The Associate Manager, SHE, is a site‑based operational leadership role responsible for implementing and sustaining dsm-firmenich Biomedical’s Safety, Health, and Environment programs in alignment with dsm‑firmenich SHE Requirements, applicable regulations and site procedures.

• Ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operations at the dsm-firmenich Biomedical sites by providing hands‑on SHE leadership, technical expertise, and coaching to employees and contractors.
• Serve as a local subject‑matter expert for occupational safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, and behavioral safety; support functions in identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective controls.
• Drive execution, compliance, and continuous improvement of SHE programs and requirements at site level.

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well‑being, both physically and mentally;
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
• Barrier‑free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a technical or SHE discipline required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in manufacturing or operations with demonstrated SHE responsibility beyond basic compliance.
• Experience with incident investigations, risk assessments, audits/inspections, and SHE training program execution.
• High level of conceptual and analytical thinking and ability.
• Good knowledge of universally accepted SHE practices.
• Cursory knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, European Union (EU) regulations, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations is desired.
• Good knowledge of US OSHA regulations as they relate to general industry.
• Good communication, social and advisory skills required.
• Must have advanced computing skills in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Salary: $88,000.00–$.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.