EH&S Specialist III

Bio-Rad Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist III
, you will work within a global team. You will support the occupational and environmental health and safety programs for our resin manufacturing plant in Richmond, California. A day in the life of a Safety Specialist at Bio‑Rad requires computer proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to schedule appointments, answer emails, attend meetings, analyze data, draft programs, etc., and time away from the desk documenting inspections, attending face‑to‑face meetings, conducting drills, delivering in‑person training, and overseeing hazardous waste shipments.

This in‑person role will interact with their EHS colleagues and internal customers on a daily basis and strong interpersonal skills are a must.

Under the leadership of the Northern California EHS Manager, this position will be responsible for:

• Coordination of occupational safety programs related to LOTO, ergonomics, fall protection, confined space entry, respiratory protection, hazard communication and chemical management.
• Coordination of environmental safety programs related to storm water, air quality, chemical storage and management and hazardous waste.
• Lead onsite safety teams, including emergency response and safety committee teams.
• Coordinate EHS activities within the site to further drive a safety culture with management and employees.
• Develop and deliver appropriate safety training based on site safety and environmental exposures and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate accident investigations to identify proper corrective actions or solutions.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in a technical field, including safety and health, engineering, or chemistry.
• Work Experience:
  
  5+ years of work experience in occupational and environmental safety and health.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements such as Cal/OSHA and EPA. Experience with local and county regulatory requirements a plus.
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook.
• The ability to effectively shift priorities and work at a rapid pace is required.
• Experience with SAP and other software such as Power
  
  BI, Docusign, Smartsheets or UL Wercs is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Location: This position must be based in Richmond, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

At Bio‑Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio‑Rad’s robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401(k) plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

The estimated base salary range for this position is $105,000 to $144,500 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

For 70 years, Bio‑Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high‑quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio‑Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe.

Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

Bio‑Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.