EHS Specialist

Orano USA; Brownsburg (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance -

401(k) with employer matching

Life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Orano Med is seeking an EHS Specialist to safeguard radiopharmaceutical operations in a GMP setting. You will implement and monitor safety programs, train staff, and ensure compliance with NRC, FDA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state rules.

The role emphasizes proactive risk assessment, incident investigation, and collaboration with Quality, Operations, and Engineering to uphold ALARA principles and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with radiopharmaceutical operations experience; AU or RSO training is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field with relevant industry experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, radiopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical preferred.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training for radiopharmaceutical production.
• Monitor radiation safety programs, including dosimetry, contamination surveys, and waste management.
• Support Radiation Safety Officer activities and ensure RAM license compliance.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
• Oversee handling, storage, transport, and disposal of radioactive and hazardous materials per NRC/DOT/EPA.
• Investigate EHS incidents and lead root-cause analyses.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and Engineering to maintain FDA cGMP and ALARA principles.
• Maintain regulatory records and prepare agency reports.

Skills

Radiation safety

Regulatory compliance

GMP knowledge

Team collaboration

Training & mentoring

Education

High school diploma with radiopharmaceutical ops experience

Bachelors degree in environmental science or related field

AU or RSO training preferred

Job description

Company Overview

Orano Med, a subsidiary of Orano USA, is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing new therapies against cancer. Based on its unique expertise in the extraction and purification of lead‑212 (Pb‑212) and radiolabeling technologies, Orano Med is developing innovative Pb‑212‑based treatments which selectively destroy cancer cells while limiting the impact on surrounding healthy cells.

With a solid portfolio of development projects covering a diverse range of biological molecules capable of recognizing and targeting various forms of cancerous tumors, and a reliable supply chain for Pb‑212, Orano Med aims to become a leader in targeted alpha therapies, in particular addressing needs of patients currently without effective therapeutic solutions among the existing approaches.

Position Summary

The EHS Specialist will be responsible for supporting safe, compliant, and efficient radiopharmaceutical manufacturing operations by implementing, monitoring, and improving Environmental Health & Safety programs. This role ensures compliance with NRC, FDA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state regulations, while fostering a strong safety culture in a highly regulated GMP environment. Shift will be Monday through Friday 9am-5pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training tailored to radiopharmaceutical production.
• Monitor radiation safety programs, including dosimetry, contamination surveys, exposure tracking, and waste management.
• Support Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) activities and assist with maintaining compliance with RAM license conditions.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses; recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee proper handling, storage, transport, and disposal of radioactive and hazardous materials in accordance with NRC, DOT, and EPA requirements.
• Investigate EHS incidents, near misses, and deviations, document findings and lead root cause analysis.
• Partner with Quality, Operations, and Engineering to ensure compliance with FDA cGMP and ALARA principles.
• Maintain records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies (NRC, OSHA, EPA, state regulators).

Provide EHS training and mentorship to manufacturing staff to promote a culture of continuous safety improvement.

Education

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 2+ years of experience in radiopharmaceutical operations; AU or RSO training preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field, with at least 1 year of relevant industry experience.

Experience

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting (radiopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical preferred).

Requirements

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for higher‑level position.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance - with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
• Life insurance and Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability insurance provided by the company
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• Numerous Training and Development opportunities
• and more...

Company Information

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. Orano's activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead‑212.

Background Verification & EEO Statement

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position requires a pre‑employment background check and drug screening. Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.