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KBI Biopharma Inc.

Specialist III, EHS&S

KBI Biopharma Inc., Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703

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USA - NC - Durham - Hamlin Rdtime type:

Full timeposted on:

Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:

R00007354**JOB SUMMARY**The Specialist has responsibility for the implementation of the Environmental,

Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) program. This includes leadership to

maintain EHSS compliance and continuous improvement. EHSS supports

operations of biologic contract development and manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities include incident response, reporting and investigations,

environmental permit management; and risk management. Implements all

applicable EHSS programs for the site such as: LOTO, confined space entry,

industrial hygiene, hazard communication, PPE, workers compensation,

emergency management, etc. Coordinates with operations to identify and Coordinates with operations to identify and mitigate risks with effective engineering controls, procedures, and training.**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*** Interface with KBI staff: Maintain productive working relationships with EHS&S and site staff. Collaborate on ways to enhance the Safety culture.* EHS&S General Compliance: Provide input on EHS&S assessments. Define additional action items where compliance gaps exist. Offer guidance on compliance improvement initiatives.* EHS&S Management Systems: Assist with maintenance of the Benchmark EHS&S Management system. Actively facilitate closure of open action items. Help track metrics associated with all modules. Aid in execution of Compliance Calendar tasks by identifying appropriate actions to take including completion of regulatory reports.* EHS&S Written Programs: Draft new written programs and/or revise existing programs where needed.* EHS&S Training: Develop training presentations and deliver training to affected groups. Assist with implementation of existing training programs. Work with Global Training to maintain and track accurate records.* Waste Management: Oversee compliance with hazardous waste management and propose plans to enhance proficiencies surrounding waste management.* Other assigned duties as needed**MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS****Qualifications:**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**EDUCATION / TRAINING:**Bachelor of Science degree in an occupational health and safety related field and a minimum of 5 - 10 years of industry experience as a safety professional, or Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline and minimum of 7 - 12 years’ experience as a safety professional in R&D and/or manufacturing.Relevant training and/or certification in regulated safety and environmental activities such as:* RCRA Hazardous Waste Management,* DOT hazardous materials shipping,* First Aid/CPR/AED,* 30 Hr General Industry OSHA Certification,* 40 Hr HAZWOPER certification, etc.Preferred Experience / Training:* ●Experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment (biotech, pharmaceutical or medical device industries).* ●Knowledge of the operations typical to the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry.**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:**Language Ability:* Ability to concisely write reports and to effectively communicate information to executive management, managers, technicians, government agencies and customersReasoning Ability:* Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.* Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.* Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.Math Ability:* Strong math and analytical skills required.* Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, variance analysis, and determination of reliability and validity.Computer Skills:* Knowledge of and previous use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Project),Equipment Use /Skills* Knowledge of and previous use of a computer, smartphone, copy machines, EHS&S and industrial hygiene instruments such as a noise dosimeter, gas monitor, light meter, etc. Working ConditionsRange: $101,000.00 / yr - $138,600.00 / yr*KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.**I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.**I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.*At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them.We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast-paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one’s technical skills. At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged.If you do not see a position that matches your background, we invite you to return to our site often as positions are updated frequently.

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