EHS Specialist

Bio-Rad is looking for a hands‑on EHS Specialist to be the primary EHS resource at our Cressier manufacturing site (~300 employees), operating in a regulated Medical Devices environment. You will work with autonomy on the ground while being functionally supported by the EMEA EHS Manager.

This is a site‑facing role. You will be visible on the floor, trusted by operations, and capable of owning the full EHS scope — not managing from a desk.

• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and workplace inspections across production, QC, logistics, and engineering areas
• Investigate and report incidents, near‑misses, and unsafe conditions; drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to closure
• Manage the occupational health programme in coordination with SUVA and relevant cantonal authorities

• Ensure site compliance with Swiss environmental regulations and corporate environmental standards
• Monitor and report environmental KPIs; manage waste streams, chemical storage, and spill prevention

• Maintain and update the site emergency response plan
• Coordinate fire drills, first aid organization, and emergency response teams
• Interface with local authorities (fire brigade, cantonal inspectorates)

• Maintain chemical inventory and safety data sheet (SDS) library
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of hazardous materials; manage substitution plans where applicable

• Manage SUVA and OFEV reporting obligations
• Maintain EHS documentation, legal register, and permit tracking
• Support internal and external audits (ISO 14001 / 45001 or equivalent)

• Design and deliver EHS inductions, toolbox talks, and role‑specific safety training
• Act as a visible EHS reference point for operators, supervisors, and managers
• Drive a proactive safety culture — moving the site from compliance to ownership

• 5–10 years of EHS experience, with a significant part in a manufacturing environment (Life Sciences, Chemical, Medical Devices, or similar regulated industry strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to operate as the primary EHS contact on site

• Degree in EHS, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or equivalent
• Relevant EHS certification (e.g. CFST/ASST, NEBOSH, or Swiss equivalent) required or in progress

• Solid working knowledge of Swiss EHS legislation (OPA, LTr, LPE and associated ordinances)
• Familiarity with SUVA processes, cantonal authority interfaces, and Swiss permit frameworks
• Experience with EHS management systems (ISO 14001 / 45001 or equivalent); audit experience is a plus

• French: fluent (working language on site)
• English: fluent (corporate and EMEA reporting)
• German: strong asset — direct access to German‑language regulations and supplier/authority contacts

• Competitive salary
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and development programs, including access to Linked In Learning
• International working environment

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Equal Opportunity:
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