Specialist II Environmental Biochemist – Environmental, Health, Safety & Security

Specialist II Environmental Biochemist – Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S)

Position Summary:

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, core hours 8am-5pm 100% on-site (Madison, WI) Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Located in Madison, WI, this facility features advanced mammalian cell line engineering and biomanufacturing capabilities using single-use systems to support scalable production. This 263,000 sq. ft. Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility offers integrated formulation and analytical services to address complex development challenges in Biologics.

The EHS&S team is the driving force behind keeping the Madison site safe, secure, and fully compliant across biochemical safety, environmental regulations, and worker health. As an EHS&S Specialist II, you will partner with every department to embed biochemical safety practices directly into day-to-day operations. In this pivotal role, you will lead key compliance efforts, maintain critical safety and security programs, and play a major part in strengthening the site's overall resilience.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards designed to minimize employee exposure to hazardous biochemicals in the facility
• Identify biochemical molecules as particularly hazardous substances (PHS), and specify handling and containment requirements, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Assist in executing an effective EHS&S program that meets all regulatory requirements
• Draft necessary SOPs covering EHS&S-related activities
• Provide training on EHS&S procedures and policies
• Develop and update biochemical risk assessments
• Partner with departments to coordinate the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and audits
• Lead development of metrics for audit response
• Implement Continuous Improvement projects
• Ensure contractor EHS&S compliance
• Conduct environmental incident reporting
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's (B.S./B.A.) degree minimum is required plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. We will also accept a Master's (M.S./M.A.) degree with 3+ years.
• The degree should be in EHS&S, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related discipline.
• Relevant professional certifications (ASP, CSP, CIH) is a plus.
• Relevant experience is considered as: OSHA reporting requirements, conducting risk assessments (Functional, Chemical, Ergonomics), GMP regulations, hazardous waste management, regulatory agency interaction, and familiarity with ISO 4501 implementation.
• Must have full understanding of OSHA/EPA compliance including stormwater, wastewater, RCRA, CAA, CWA, air emissions.
• Must have experience managing risk assessments, PPE, industrial safety, Industrial Hygiene, auditing, and training/implementing EHS processes.

• Individual must be able to see, hear, read, and write clear English.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Must comply with EHS responsibilities. Lab work may involve irritants, electrical equipment, sharp instruments, toxic materials, hazardous waste.
• Clean room gowning required.

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement – Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!
• Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!
• Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

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