Senior Specialist, EH&S
Senior Specialist, EH&S
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$ 128800 - 193200
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Senior Specialist Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
PacBio (NASDAQ: PACB) is a premier life science technology company that designs develops and manufactures advanced sequencing solutions to help scientists and clinical researchers resolve genetically complex problems. Our mission is to enable the promise of genomics to better human health. Genomics is core to all biological processes and our advanced genomics tools provide scientists and clinical researchers the insights to better understand biology and health. We are now entering the century of biology and genomics is at the heart of the next revolution. Become part of the new paradigm in gene sequencing and help shape the future of genomic study by joining the PacBio team.
Position Summary
We are seeking a knowledgeable and driven Senior EHS Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide technical expertise strategic direction and hands-on support to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in environmental health and safety (EHS) performance. This individual will play a critical role in the development implementation and maintenance of programs aligned with local state federal and international regulations governing safety hazardous materials and waste disposal.
The role requires expert-level understanding of safety compliance programs hazardous materials handling and transportation (including DOT and IATA) NFPA codes and standards and global EHS frameworks to support operations across multiple sites and jurisdictions.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the comprehensive PacBio EH&S Program including written programs training auditing and drills industrial hygiene monitoring risk assessments requisite OSHA and hazardous materials permits and recordkeeping incident investigations emergency response and hazardous waste management.
- Fulfill all applicable local state and federal EH&S regulations including OSHA CUPA DTSC fire code city hazardous materials permits etc.
- Support SDS creation using WERKS.
- Act as the PacBio Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO) and Laser Safety Officer (LSO).
- Serve as EH&S point of contact for regulatory agencies and other external parties including but not limited to overseeing EH&S related inspections.
- Interpret and apply EHS regulations including OSHA EPA DOT NFPA and international equivalents to support compliant and safe operations.
- Work with R&D and Operations staff to ensure appropriate safety measures are developed in anticipation of new product and process designs.
- Develop implement and maintain EHS programs covering hazard communication laboratory safety waste disposal chemical hygiene and emergency response.
- Serve as subject matter expert for DOT labeling packaging and shipping of hazardous materials; ensure all shipments meet applicable requirements (DOT IATA IMDG).
- Ensure proper identification segregation storage and disposal of hazardous universal and non-hazardous wastes in accordance with RCRA and state-specific guidelines.
- Maintain current knowledge of and ensure compliance with NFPA codes including flammable material storage and fire protection protocols.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across R&D manufacturing facilities and logistics to embed safety into day-to-day operations.
- Conduct risk assessments incident investigations EHS audits and training for employees and contractors.
- Track and report EHS metrics identify trends and lead initiatives for continual improvement.
- Support EHS initiatives related to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification and global compliance harmonization.
- Manage regulatory reporting (e.g. Tier II TRI Hazardous Waste Biennial Reports).
- Serve as chair of the PacBio Safety Committee and the Emergency Response Team.
- Prepare and maintain a budget for the EH&S program track costs and seek new bids as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry Environmental Science Occupational Safety Industrial Hygiene Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant EHS experience in a laboratory biotech life sciences or manufacturing environment.
- Competency in chemical safety laser safety hazardous waste management ergonomics program development and training related to EH&S requirements.
- Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state EHS regulations (OSHA EPA DOT RCRA) DOT/IATA labeling and hazardous materials shipping NFPA codes and standards (especially 30 45 70E 704) and waste characterization labeling and disposal practices.
- Proven ability to assess and manage EHS risks and implement control strategies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in using EHS management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certifications such as CSP CHMM or CIH.
- Masters degree in biochemistry chemistry environmental health and safety or related discipline.
- Experience in ISO 14001/45001 implementation or maintenance.
- Familiarity with international EHS regulations (EU REACH RoHS GHS/CLP).
- Experience supporting multi-site operations and cross-functional teams.
- Experience with EHS software platforms such as Enablon Intelex or Velocity EHS.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Non-Field Based Employees are required to be onsite Monday-Thursday (Friday work from home). Depending on the role some employees may be required to be 100% onsite.
You may be required from time to time to visit and work at PacBio locations and for such times as the Company considers necessary for the proper performance of your duties.
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability gender identity and sexual orientation.
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Salary Range:
$128800.00 - $193200.00
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
