EHS Specialist

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma seeks an experienced EHS professional to develop and maintain comprehensive safety programs in line with US regulations. You will lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives across facilities, focusing on compliance, training, and reporting.

The role emphasizes training, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to uphold a strong safety culture and regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
• 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, chemical, or life science industries.
• Strong understanding of US EHS regulations and standards (OSHA, EPA, TSCA/REACH, RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act); risk assessment methodologies.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CIH, NEBOSH, CHMM, or equivalent; NIOSH credentials.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs compliant with US regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and root-cause analyses.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and prepare management reports.
• Lead US-centric EHS training and onboarding for staff and contractors.
• Manage chemical safety, waste, air and water compliance, and emergency preparedness.
• Support site audits, inspections, and regulatory inspections.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce risk and cost of risk.

Skills

EHS experience

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

EHS software

Microsoft Office

Data management

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs in compliance with US federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, TSCA/REACH, RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act) and company policies.
• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and root-cause analyses; lead corrective action plans and verify closure.
• Monitor and report EHS performance metrics (leading and lagging indicators, near-misses, incident rates) and deliver timely management reports. Maintain EHS documentation, SOPs, forms, and training records, with robust US regulatory traceability.
• Lead US-centric EHS training and safety onboarding for employees and contractors; ensure competency, documentation, and regulatory recordkeeping.
• Manage chemical safety, waste management, air and water compliance, and Emergency Response Team preparedness (drills, procedures, and equipment readiness) with emphasis on regulatory expectations.
• Drive occupational health initiatives, ergonomics reviews, and workstation safety improvements to meet OSHA standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with facilities and operations to implement risk controls, audits, inspections, permit requirements, and support site-specific permits and registrations.
• Support regulatory inspections, internal audits, and third-party certifications; maintain up-to-date knowledge of US environmental and safety regulations.
• Participate in incident response, safety committees, and product stewardship activities as needed.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risk, improve compliance, and lower the total cost of risk, with an emphasis on US requirements.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
• 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, chemical, or life science industries.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years of EHS compliance experience in the chemical, specialty chemical or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of US EHS regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, TSCA/REACH, RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act); risk assessment methodologies; incident investigation techniques.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and collaboration skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficient in EHS software, Microsoft Office, and data management.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), NEBOSH, CHMM, or equivalent; NIOSH credentials.
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, hands-on, proactive, and comfortable of working with cross-functional teams; demonstrates ownership of safety culture and continuous improvement.
• Master's Degree.
• DOT hazardous material handling.
• First Aid / CPR.

Pay Range

Pay Range for this position: $68,800 - $116,600 / year The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!