EHS, Senior Specialist

Be part of something bigger at Minaris Advanced Therapies–where every role contributes to creating hope for patients around the world. As a global leader in cell and gene therapy development, manufacturing, and testing, we turn breakthrough science into real-world treatments that change lives. Our team of over 1,000 experts across North America, Europe, and Asia has helped bring transformative therapies to market.

At Minaris, you’ll join a purpose-driven community focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient impact. Whether you’re in the lab, in the cleanroom, or behind the scenes, your work will directly support life‑saving therapies and make a lasting difference. If you're passionate about advancing cutting-edge science and believe in the potential of cell and gene therapies, we invite you to help shape the future of medicine—one patient at a time.

The Sr. Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for driving prevention‑focused safety culture and ensuring regulatory compliance at Minaris Regenerative Medicine North America – Allendale, NJ site. This role leads key EHS program elements, partners cross‑functionally with Operations/QA/Facilities/Engineering, and executes solutions to minimize risk while ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NJDEP and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Lead ownership of assigned EHS program elements (Haz Com, Waste Management, Emergency Preparedness, Contractor Safety, Chemical Management, IIPP, Lock Out Tag Out, Confined Space, PPE programs, etc.).
• Conduct routine workplace inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and trend analysis; recommend corrective/preventive actions and drive closure.
• Support execution and reporting of Corporate EHS Annual Plan, site EHS KPIs, and site EHS improvement roadmap.
• Develop, deliver and maintain EHS training content to support regulatory requirements and employee competency.
• Maintain and manage records/documentation required by OSHA, DOT, NJDEP and Corporate requirements (waste manifests, audits, permits, reporting, training, etc.).
• Provide EHS guidance and support for non‑routine work, projects, shutdown work, and contractor activities.
• Perform workplace injury/illness case management support and interface with providers/insurers as needed.
• Partner proactively with Operations, Facilities, Engineering, QC, SCM, MSAT and QA to embed safety into daily work and continuous improvement systems.
• Champion prevention culture, employee engagement, accountability, and operational excellence in EHS.

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910, EPA, DOT, NJDEP and ability to interpret/apply requirements in GMP biotech manufacturing.
• Ability to lead structured problem solving, causal factor analysis, risk assessments, JSA/JHA development.
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence without authority across all levels.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office;
  PowerPoint/Adobe/SharePoint experience preferred.
• Able to manage multiple priorities independently, in dynamic fast‑paced environment.
• Emergency response experience;
  First Aid/CPR certified.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Health, Industrial Hygiene or related field required.
• Minimum 4+ years EHS experience in manufacturing, biotech, pharma, CDMO or equivalent regulated environment required.
• Certification or progress toward professional certification (ASP/CSP/CHMM/etc.) preferred.
• Experience with Worker’s Compensation case management within New Jersey preferred.
• Experience supporting GMP manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The estimated base salary range for each open position based in the United States of America is included for all our current openings. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) as part of the compensation package. Minaris Advanced Therapies employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition assistance, and more.