EHS Manager — Contractor Safety & High-Hazard Programs

Amgen Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Bonus program

Stock-based incentives

Paid time off

Job summary

Amgen seeks an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for the Cambridge, MA process development site. You will lead contractor safety programs, own high-hazard work controls, and translate regulations into practical site processes.

This role blends field engagement with program ownership and continuous improvement. You will liaise with engineering, facilities, labs, and security, coach teams, review plans, and drive risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of EH&S experience, or Associate's degree with 6+ years of EH&S experience.
• High school diploma with 8+ years of EH&S experience considered in lieu of higher degrees.

Responsibilities

• Lead site contractor safety oversight with Facilities and Engineering; review risk assessments, permits, and readiness before work.
• Own and maintain high-hazard work programs (LOTO, confined space, hot work, line breaking, fall protection).
• Interpret Amgen standards and applicable regulations; identify gaps and implement risk reduction.
• Coordinate early EHS considerations in construction, maintenance and non-routine work; involve subject matter experts as needed.
• Conduct field visits, inspections, and audits; engage workers in two-way safety conversations.
• Provide guidance and coaching on hazard recognition, EHS programs, and permit requirements.
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions, and learning across the site.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical writing

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree + 2 years EH&S

Associate's degree + 6 years EH&S

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amgen seeks an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for the Cambridge, MA process development site. You will lead contractor safety programs, own high-hazard work controls, and translate regulations into practical site processes.

This role blends field engagement with program ownership and continuous improvement. You will liaise with engineering, facilities, labs, and security, coach teams, review plans, and drive risk reduction.