EH&S Specialist III

Tri-Valley Career Center; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

Competitive medical plans

HSA funds

401k + profit sharing

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Bio-Rad Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist III is based in Richmond, California. The role supports occupational and environmental health and safety programs for our resin manufacturing plant and interacts daily with EHS colleagues and internal customers.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with SAP, PowerBI, Docusign, Smartsheets or UL Wercs is a plus. Local commute to the Richmond office is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in occupational and environmental safety and health.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA and EPA regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to shift priorities and work at a rapid pace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate occupational safety programs (LOTO, ergonomics, fall protection, confined space entry, respiratory protection, hazard communication, chemical management).
• Coordinate environmental safety programs (storm water, air quality, chemical storage and management, hazardous waste).
• Lead onsite safety teams, including emergency response and safety committee teams.
• Coordinate EHS activities within the site to drive a safety culture with management and employees.
• Develop and deliver safety training based on site safety and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate accident investigations to identify corrective actions.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Time management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

Docusign

Smartsheets

UL Wercs

Job description

As a Bio-Rad Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist III, you will work within a global team. You will support the occupational and environmental health and safety programs for our resin manufacturing plant in Richmond, California. A day in the life of a Safety Specialist at Bio-Rad requires computer proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to schedule appointments, answer emails, attend meetings, analyze data, draft programs, etc. and time away from the desk documenting inspections, attending face-to-face meetings, conducting drills, delivering in-person training, and overseeing hazardous waste shipments. This in-person role will interact with their EHS colleagues and internal customers on a daily basis and strong interpersonal skills are a must.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Under the leadership of the Northern California EHS Manager, this position will be responsible for:

• Coordination of occupational safety programs related to LOTO, ergonomics, fall protection, confined space entry, respiratory protection, hazard communication and chemical management.
• Coordination of environmental safety programs related to storm water, air quality, chemical storage and management and hazardous waste.
• Lead onsite safety teams, including emergency response and safety committee teams.
• Coordinate EHS activities within the site to further drive a safety culture with management and employees.
• Develop and deliver appropriate safety training based on site safety and environmental exposures and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate accident investigations to identify proper corrective actions or solutions.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, including safety and health, engineering, or chemistry.
• Work Experience: 5+ years of work experience in occupational and environmental safety and health.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements such as Cal/OSHA and EPA. Experience with local and county regulatory requirements a plus.
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook.
• The ability to effectively shift priorities and work at a rapid pace is required.
• Experience with SAP and other software such as PowerBI, Docusign, Smartsheets or UL Wercs is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Location

This position must be based in Richmond, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package

At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation

The estimated base salary range for this position is $105,000 to $144,500 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are

For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.