EHS Specialist: Lab Safety & Compliance

Exagen; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Exagen is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to support day-to-day EHS programs at our Vista and Carlsbad sites. This on-site role focuses on maintaining safety and compliance for a regulated laboratory environment.

You will partner with Facilities and cross-functional teams to manage permits, training, audits, and documentation, while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local EHS requirements. Flexible yet on-site responsibilities are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in supported environmental health and safety programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA/Cal-OSHA, EPA, and hazardous waste rules.
• Experience with inspections, investigations and corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain EH&S permits and certifications for programs and waste management.
• Coordinate hazardous waste activities and waste determinations.
• Support internal EHS program audits and inspections and address findings.
• Develop, review, and maintain EHS policies and safety plans.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments; track corrective actions.

Skills

EHS programs

OSHA knowledge

Safety inspections

Incident investigations

Cross-functional collaboration

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related

Job description

Exagen is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to support day-to-day EHS programs at our Vista and Carlsbad sites. This on-site role focuses on maintaining safety and compliance for a regulated laboratory environment.

You will partner with Facilities and cross-functional teams to manage permits, training, audits, and documentation, while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local EHS requirements. Flexible yet on-site responsibilities are essential.