Chemical and Industrial Hygiene Manager

WuXi AppTec Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WuXi AppTec Group is seeking a Manager of Chemical and Industrial Hygiene to oversee the Chemical Hygiene Plans for U.S. locations and perform/oversee IH sampling to support site plans. This role also serves as the primary EHS contact for the Cranbury, NJ and Natick, MA sites.

Responsibilities include leading training in Chemical Safety, maintaining the shared MSDS database, and driving improvements across regulatory adherence and GMP practices in a multi-site environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years relevant chemical engineering or industrial hygiene experience.
• CIH certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute U.S. site Chemical Hygiene Plans.
• Perform chemical IH sampling at each site as needed.
• Lead and conduct employee training in Chemical Safety.
• Oversee shared MSDS database for all locations.
• Drive continuous improvement of EHS programs and culture.

Skills

Chemical Safety

Industrial Hygiene

Regulatory compliance

Oral & written communication

MS Office

Education

BS/BA in Chemical Engineering

CIH certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Manager of Chemical and Industrial Hygiene will be a shared service position that acts as the Chemical Hygiene manager for all Wuxi Apptec locations in the U.S. This will include creating and maintaining a Chemical Hygiene Plan for all sites and performing/overseeing all necessary Industrial Hygiene sampling to support those site plans. This manager will also serve as the primary EHS contact for the Cranbury NJ and Natick, MA locations.

Responsibilities

• Is the accountable person for development and execution of U.S. site Chemical Hygiene Plans.
• Will perform chemical IH sampling for each site as needed.
• Will perform API or Surrogate equivalent testing to validate control levels for OEB banding categories as part of site Potent Compound programs.
• Recommends and leads improvements in processes, design, procedures, and control methods associated with chemical and API exposures.
• Leads and conducts employee training in Chemical Safety.
• Will own and oversee the shared service MSDS database for all locations.
• Provides strategic leadership and works with management on identified Chemical Safety issues/recommendations/opportunities to foster continuous improvement of EHS programs and cultrure.
• Interact and serve as WuXi Chemical Safety SME supporting all regulatory agencies and client
• Perform annual Corporate audits for Chemical exposure at all relevant locations.
• Develops, implements, and manages all components of the EHS management systems for the Cranbury and Natick locations. This will include but not limit to LOTO, PPE, Noise, Machine guarding, Potent compounds, etc.
• Will oversee the accident investigation process, audit performance and CAPA tracking methods as well as any associated metric tracking for Cranbury and Natick.
• Manages and oversees the site hazardous waste program including collection, accumulation, shipments, as well as all required documentation at the Cranbury and Natick locations.
• Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating updated organizational information, job expectations & supporting their work
• Coaches, counsels, and conducts disciplinary actions
• Develops, coordinates, and follows organizational systems, policies, procedures, and follows labor and capacity standards
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating
• Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other duties as assigned
• May be required to assist in other departments

Qualifications

Experience / Education

• BS/BA in Chemical Engineering preferred; or combination of relevant Experience & Education
• 10+ years relevant chemical engineering or industrial hygiene experience
• Preferred CIH certification

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
• Need to be able to read, write and understand English
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Travel is required 20%, Domestic, Potential for occasional International travel.
• Subject matter expert in regulatory requirements under; NIOSH, OSHA, EPA, CDC, NRC, …

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise
• Must be able to work in Lab setting with Biohazards /various Chemicals
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
• Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to Lift 20 lbs occasionally
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
• Ability to push/pull 50 lbs / occasionally
• Clarity of Vision
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
• Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding
• Ability to work in variable temperatures high to freezing
• Inside/outside working conditions

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.