EHS Coordinator

LGC Biosearch Technologies; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits package

401(k) with match

Flexible work options

PTO from day one

Parental leave

Town Hall events

Job summary

The EH&S Coordinator at LGC is responsible for coordinating environmental health and safety programs across laboratories, research spaces, and operations, in compliance with federal, state, local regulations and company policies. The role reports to the EHS Director and supports day-to-day safety needs, inspections, and safety committee activities.

Key duties include leading job hazard analysis, maintaining EH&S records, and ensuring proper labeling, chemical inventory control, and emergency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma with at least two years of industry safety experience.
• Strong lab and chemical safety knowledge, and general safety practices.
• Able to learn quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Able to work independently and make decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Able to manage multiple projects and daily responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EH&S programs with the EHS Director and staff.
• Support safety inspections and corrective actions.
• Lead monthly safety committee meetings.
• Manage documentation and records for EH&S compliance.
• Stock EH&S supplies and perform monthly equipment checks.
• Partner with site leadership to implement EH&S policies.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly inspections and chemical inventory audits.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Chemical safety

Safety practices

Independent decision making

Communication skills (verbal & written

Analytical and problem solving

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma with 2+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range.

Our tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimize food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products.

LGC’s 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community. Join us and help us achieve our mission of Science for a Safer World!

Job Description

The EH&S Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the LGC Environmental Health and Safety programs and working with the EHS Director and EHS staff to implement processes and systems in compliance with federal, state and local regulations and Company policies, strategies, initiatives and goals. This position will be responsible for coordinating (1) with laboratories, research spaces, and operational areas to support day-to-day safety needs, (2) facility safety inspections and associated corrective actions and (3) the monthly safety committee meetings. This position reports to the EHS Director.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to capably perform each of the following essential duties:

• Stocking GHS and Hazardous waste labels and PPE
• Inspection of containers and drums for grounding/bonding and procedural compliance
• Participate in the Health and Safety Inspection process
• Lead Job Hazard Analysis completion
• Lead EHS-related documentation creation and maintenance processes
• Participate in Monthly Safety meetings
• Participate in Spill Response team
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly inspections and reports
• Chemical inventory auditing
• Monitor workplace safety conditions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EH&S regulations and standards
• Partner with the Site Director and site management team to facilitate the implementation of EH&S policies, procedures, and practices
• Maintains EH&S records, forms, and documents to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Stock EH&S supplies throughout company
• Perform monthly checks on emergency equipment (eye-wash/safety-shower, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting)
• Perform other duties as required, or assigned by management, to meet business needs.

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree -or- high school diploma with a minimum of two years industry experience.
• Good understanding of laboratory safety, chemical safety and general safety practices.
• The ability to learn new material quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to make decisions and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and daily responsibilities.

Additional Information

The customary salary range for this position is:

Minimum pay rate: $25.00 USD per hour

Maximum pay rate: $37.00 USD per hour

The typicalhiring rangeis from theminimum to the midpoint, depending on the candidate’s background.

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!