Manager, EH&S

Viatris; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Viatris is seeking an EHS Manager in the United States to lead environmental, health, and safety programs across the site. You will develop policies, investigate incidents, and coordinate with regulators to ensure compliance while driving continuous safety improvements.

You will chair the Safety Council, design training, and oversee waste management, hazard analysis, and air monitoring. A strong background in OSHA, EPA, and HazMat regulations is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Safety and Environmental; 3–5 years in EH&S.
• Master’s in Occupational Health, Safety or Environmental Management preferred; experience considered.
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT and IATA regulations.
• RCRA certification, DOT HazMat certification, 40 hours HazMat training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain EH&S policies and programs across the plant.
• Investigate workplace injuries; prepare root-cause reports and corrective actions.
• Coordinate data for environmental releases; liaison with regulatory agencies.
• Oversee Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste programs; manage waste streams and reports.
• Ensure proper PPE use; conduct noise and hazard testing; advise on corrections.
• Chair the site Safety Council with leadership collaboration.
• Develop safety training including ergonomics, lockout/tagout, and fire safety.
• Develop API handling procedures and Safety Training incentives.
• Oversee Industrial Hygiene program including air sampling and monitoring.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

NFPA knowledge

EPA knowledge

DOT knowledge

IATA knowledge

HazMat certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Safety and Environmental

Master’s Degree in Occupational Health, Safety or Environmental Management

Job description

Mylan Technologies, Inc.

Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high‑quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.

We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Manager EHS role will make an impact:

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Manage the development, coordination, and maintenance of all general environmental, health and safety policies, procedures and programs, and plant safety programs in accordance with all Federal, State and Local codes and corporate policies. Submit all required Federal, State, Local and corporate regulatory reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain documentation of, and investigate cause of, workplace injuries and illnesses. Investigates industrial incidents and occupational accidents. Prepares reports of findings with recommendation for corrective action including investigation of incidents and accidents to ascertain root causes for use in recommending preventive environmental, occupational health, and safety measures, and the development of effective preventative programs, evaluation of trends and follow-up plan. Suggest changes to equipment, processes, and facilities to improve safety.
• Coordinate the gathering and correlating of data for the evaluation and assessment of releases to the environment for the purpose of source reduction, pollution prevention, and regulatory agency required reporting. Confer with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, and specialized consultants to discover environmental quality standards, occupational health and safety practices, and new developments in EH and S. Oversee Controlled Waste and Hazardous Waste Programs by maintaining inventories, scheduling pick‑ups, establishing new waste streams, maintaining documentation and log books, and performing state reporting.
• Provide for the effective and proper management of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes generated by various facility activities, construction sites, and other areas incorporated by MTI’s operations to ensure environmental compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Research, analyze and provide guidance of the proper packaging, labeling, and shipping procedures as it relates to Haz‑Mat or products designated as Dangerous Goods.
• Observe workers to determine proper utilization of prescribed safety equipment such as safety glasses, respirators, face shields, goggles, protective outerwear and foot ware, and other required safety devices or clothing. Conduct testing of work areas for noise, toxic substances, and other hazards. Direct and advise facility personnel in evaluation of problems, recommending corrective action, implementing solutions, and ensuring compliance.
• Chair the site Safety Council with the goal of driving comprehensive safety excellence at the site, coordinating the direction and strategy with the site senior leadership.
• Direct and advise facility personnel in evaluation of problems, recommending corrective action, implementing solutions, and ensuring compliance.
• Develop, maintain, and conduct safety training, including, but not limited to, ergonomics, confined spaces, lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment, fire extinguisher, hazard communication and other programs required to ensure adequate employee training is provided. Assure EHS‑related orientation to new employees and contractors at the site.
• Develop and maintain API handling procedures and training program. Coordinate value‑based Safety Training and Incentive Program. Oversee Industrial Hygiene Program including taking air samples and maintaining documentation related to air monitoring.
• Assist with activities associated with the administration of the workers compensation program. Investigate incidents to root cause, prepare recommendations, implementing solutions and ensuring compliance. Direct and participate in monthly meetings with NA EH&S, site personnel and corporate contracted resources.

The minimum qualifications for this role are:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or Safety and Environmental is required and 3-5 years of relevant experience in the environmental, occupational health, or safety arena is required. A Master’s Degree in Occupational Health, Safety or Environmental Management and 1-3 years’ experience is preferred. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.
• Must possess advanced knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT, and IATA regulations. Must possess knowledge of Company and Department policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local government regulations. Requires understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• RCRA certified. DOT Haz Mat certification. 40 hours Haz Mat training.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $152,000.

At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.

Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.