Environmental Health & Safety Engineer II

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton NC sits on 825000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment and houses the Fermentation Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisks innovative oral products. At API youll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk you will find opportunities resources and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Serve as a core member of the Environmental Health & Safety team. Provide direct support as liaison to multiple operations areas provide guidance & coaching to other EHS team members & site operations leadership provide subject matter expertise on several EHS aspects in accordance with education & experience & the skill & ability to serve as US CVP Partner with establishment & oversight of all health & safety programs.

Relationships

Reports to Manager / Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Communicate effectively to all levels of the organization both orally & written
• Support advancement of OSHA process safety management program & US EPA risk management plan (RMP) through improvement of written programs & training modules
• Support EHS functions such as emergency response & first aid teams
• Serve as an SME on various levels of safety audits & incident investigations
• Support areas with execution of OSHA process safety management (PSM) regulations
• Provide guidance on chemical hazards including PPE needs & materials compatibility
• Execute & coach others on execution of risk assessment methodologies (Workplace Risk Assessment What-if HAZOP FMEA) as well as layer of protection analysis (LOPA)
• Develop & share knowledge & experience with various life safety functions & systems (work permitting confined space LOTO fall protection safety interlocks systems PPE etc.)
• Support obtaining & maintaining ISO 45001 certification consistent with the overall organization
• Prepare in-depth analysis for leadership in relation to goals & KPIs to include trending of EHS & PSM site/department goals to drive optimal performance and continuous improvement
• Lead and/or consult on complex cross-functional projects/ initiatives both short & long-term with stakeholders
• Support Industrial Hygiene program to ensure compliance of applicable exposure limits within local regulatory requirements and Novo Nordisk standards
• Support process hazard analysis (PHA) or Workplace Risk Assessments to identify EHS points of concern establish mechanisms of control and ensure actions are both incorporated into design and meet intent during startup
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering Chemistry Biology Occupational Safety Environmental Science or relevant field of study from an accredited university plus minimum five (5) years of direct safety experience within complex manufacturing required preferably in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment required
• In lieu of Bachelors Degree plus 5 years of experience may consider an Associate Degree in Engineering Chemistry Biology Occupational Safety Environmental Science or relevant field of study from an accredited university with seven (7) years of direct safety experience within a complex manufacturing environment required preferably in a chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• In lieu of Bachelors Degree plus 5 years of experience may consider High School Diploma or equivalent with nine (9) years of direct safety experience within complex manufacturing required preferably in a chemical manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with PSM regulated high hazard operation/manufacturing processes preferred
• Strong working knowledge & practical experience with life safety systems (LOTO Hot Work Confined Space Line Break etc.) required
• Good understanding of chemical hazards including PPE needs & materials compatibility as well as OSHA PSM Standards required
• Prior experience with emergency response teams audit teams or incident investigation teams required
• Working knowledge of fire detection/suppression/prevention systems &/or gas detection systems required
• Proven expertise in health & safety planning/organizing & managing execution preferred
• Ability to provide support for a 24/7 operational business required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

Were not your typical healthcare a modern world of quick fixes we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science make healthcare more accessible and treat prevent and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real lasting change in health.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.

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