Sr EH&S Associate-Contract
| Company | Natera |
|---|---|
| Location | Austin, TX, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related science field (biology, chemistry, physics)
- 3+ years of related work experience in the field of environmental, health & safety as it relates to biotechnology and laboratory environments
Responsibilities
- Assist in the management of the company’s operations as it pertains to compliance with established company EHS-related SOPs and applicable regulations at the Federal, State, County and Local level
- Supports day-to-day safety operation needs, which includes: Providing safety training to employees and ensuring safety compliance is maintained
- Obtaining and maintaining all EHS related permits
- Investigating accidents/injuries to determine root cause and corrective/preventive actions
- Managing medical and biohazardous wastes on-site
- Conducting ergonomic assessment
- Overseeing fire extinguisher & eyewash/deluge shower inspections (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually & periodically where applicable)
- Assisting with seismic safety
- Responsible for conducting quarterly environmental, health, and safety audits
- Assists in the development and maintenance of all EHS-related SOPs to ensure it reflects current regulatory standards and practices
- Responsible for preparing and maintaining EHS compliance documents and records
- Coordinates and support the safety committee and emergency response team
- Liaison with regulatory agencies and inspectors as it applies to EHS concern, as needed
- Act as Chemical Hygiene Officer for the site
- Assist in the tracking, trending, and reporting safety metrics to Senior Management
- Performs other safety duties, as assigned
- Tracks regulatory changes relating to all EHS-related matters and makes recommendations as applicable
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in biotechnology or industrial hygiene is preferred
- Highly desirable qualifications: C.I.H.
- Preferred qualifications: ASP, CSP, CHHM
- Experience in conducting ergonomic evaluations and making recommendations for applicable equipment purchases
- Educational background in EHS matters including, but not limited to, chemical safety & waste regulations, accident & injury prevention, emergency response, ergonomics, environmental sustainability, knowledge and understanding of CLIA/CAP as they relate to EHS