Sr. Spclst, Safety & Environment

Merck; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick days

Hybrid work

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Ergonomics Senior Specialist to lead a comprehensive ergonomics program across multiple sites in Pennsylvania.

The role requires subject-matter expertise to assess, develop, and implement strategies that reduce musculoskeletal risks and align with business goals. You will manage the Ergonomics Core Team, perform risk assessments using Humantech and other tools, train team members, and partner with Engineering, HR, and Occupational Health to drive injury prevention

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years leading workplace ergonomics programs.
• Proficiency with ergonomic risk assessment tools such as Humantech.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA recordkeeping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the site Ergonomics Program, procedures, and systems.
• Lead the Ergonomics Core Team to reduce risk and prevent injuries.
• Conduct ergonomic risk assessments for manufacturing, lab, warehouse, and office tasks.
• Develop, track, and report on risk reduction projects and KPIs.
• Provide technical training to Ergonomic Core Team and managers.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to embed ergonomic principles.
• Investigate incidents to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Occupational Health, supervisors, and HR on injury cases.
• Manage OSHA logs and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Skills

Ergonomics program leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Kinesiology, or related field

Tools

Humantech software system

Job description

Basic Functions and Responsibility

Reporting to the Associate Director, Safety & Environment, the Ergonomics Senior Specialist is responsible for leading a comprehensive ergonomics program for West Point, North Wales, and Springhouse Innovation Park (Vaccines Manufacturing, Research & Development, and Support Functions). The key function of this role will serve as the subject matter expert on ergonomics to assess, develop, and implement strategies that reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders and align with site business goals and values.

Job Description

Basic Functions and Responsibility

Reporting to the Associate Director, Safety & Environment, the Ergonomics Senior Specialist is responsible for leading a comprehensive ergonomics program for West Point, North Wales, and Springhouse Innovation Park (Vaccines Manufacturing, Research & Development, and Support Functions). The key function of this role will serve as the subject matter expert on ergonomics to assess, develop, and implement strategies that reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders and align with site business goals and values.

Primary Job Duties Include

• Maintain and drive continuous improvement to the site Ergonomics Program, procedures, and systems in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Lead the site’s Ergonomics Core Team to focused on risk reduction and injury prevention.
• Conduct ergonomic risk assessments for manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and office tasks utilizing ergonomic risk assessment tools and methodologies, including Humantech system, NIOSH lifting equation, etc.
• Develop, track, and report on ergonomic risk reduction projects and program performance indicators.
• Provide technical training to Ergonomic Core Team members and guidance to managers, employees and project teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, scientific staff/shop floor, and project teams to integrate ergonomic principles into the design of new processes, equipment, and facilities.
• Investigate incidents and injuries related to ergonomic hazards to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with Occupational Health, supervisors, and HR for injury and illness cases to ensure compliance with OSHA recordkeeping an reporting requirements.
• Evaluate incidents for recordability, track employee restrictions / return to work plans / accommodations and manage OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs.
• Support enterprise and divisional safety initiatives related to ergonomics and human performance.

Position Qualifications

Education Minimum Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Kinesiology, or related field.

Required Experience And Skills

• Minimum of 5 years’ applied professional experience leading or managing workplace ergonomics programs in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environments.
• Proficiency with ergonomic risk assessment tools, including Humantech software system.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping requirements.
• Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and cross functional leadership skills.
• Ability to interpret, apply regulations and ensure environmental, health, and safety program compliance.
• Strong people skills and the ability to cultivate collaborative relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, and other software.

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Experience with injury case management, worker’s compensation, and return-to-work programs.
• Professional certifications such as CPE, CSP, ARM, OHST, CIH or related credentials preferred.

Required Skills

Adaptability, Adaptability, Biomechanics, Biosafety, Corrective Action Management, EHS Auditing, EHS Compliance, EHS Management Systems, EHS Program Management, Ergonomics, Establishing Contacts, Health and Safety Legislation, Incident Investigations, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Interpersonal Relationships, Kinesiology, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Occupational Safety and Health, Occupational Safety and Health Programs, Personal Relationships, Project Management, Risk Assessments, Risk Assessment Tools, Safety Programs {+ 3 more}

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

Requirements

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:EEOC Know Your RightsEEOC GINA SupplementWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts

Salary

The salary range for this role is
$106,200.00 - $167,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

10/10/2026

Posting Notice

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID

R410779