EHS Lead

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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)  Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

The EHS Specialist III is the  site-level owner  for Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs in a  mixed-use manufacturing, laboratory, and office environment . The role has full accountability for the  development, execution, and continuous improvement  of site safety and health programs supporting operations with  significant chemical use and dangerous goods handling .
Serving as a  senior individual contributor , this role acts as the  primary site authority  for safety and health compliance and is the  lead representative  for OSHA and all city, state, and local regulatory inspections within scope. The EHS Specialist III partners closely with site leadership, operations, facilities, and laboratory teams to proactively manage risk and embed EHS excellence into daily operations.

LOCATION :
This is a fully onsite position based in Sunnyvale, CA. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Key Responsibilities
EHS Program Leadership & Ownership
Owns, leads, and continuously improves all site safety and health programs across manufacturing, laboratory, and office environments, including:  Employee safety programs and training
Chemical safety, dangerous goods handling, and laboratory safety programs
Ergonomics assessments, risk mitigation, and tracking
Emergency Response Team (ERT) preparedness, drills, and incident response
Incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action management

Ensures EHS programs are effectively implemented, audited, and sustained in alignment with Thermo Fisher Scientific’s EHS Management System, AIG’s EHS Standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Serves as the site subject matter expert for safety and health risks associated with chemical handling and high-risk operations.
Regulatory Compliance & Inspections
Serves as the  primary site owner and representative  for all federal, city, state, and local safety. health, and environmental inspections.
Maintains compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and state/local EHS regulations across manufacturing and laboratory operations.
Manages environmental permits and required regulatory reporting.
Interfaces directly with regulatory agencies and leads site responses to inspections, findings, and corrective actions.
Chemical Safety, Dangerous Goods & Controlled Substances
Oversees site chemical safety programs, including storage, handling, labeling, compatibility, and risk controls.
Supports dangerous goods management and compliance requirements applicable to site operations.
Provides oversight and support for site DEA controlled substance activities in alignment with corporate procedures and regulatory expectations.
Waste Management & Vendor Oversight
Owns site waste management programs, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
Manages waste vendors to ensure regulatory compliance, performance, and cost-effective service delivery.
Ensures proper waste handling, storage, labeling, documentation, and disposal practices are maintained.
Training, Engagement & Safety Culture
Develops, delivers, and evaluates safety training programs tailored to manufacturing, laboratory, and office environments.
Partners with people leaders to reinforce EHS accountability and safe work practices.
Acts as a visible on-site EHS presence, promoting proactive hazard identification and employee engagement.
Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity
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