EH&S Manager - Risk Management

About the Role

Join Amgen's newest and most advanced drug substance manufacturing plant, the FleX Batch facility, which combines cutting-edge disposable technologies with traditional stainless steel equipment for maximum operational flexibility. This facility features best-in-class manufacturing technologies, industry 4.0 capabilities, and sustainability innovations, aligning with Amgen's goal to become carbon-neutral by 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage EHSS (Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability) risk management programs, ensuring integration into projects and compliance with safety codes, policies, and regulations.
• Demonstrate functional expertise in EHSS programs, including hazard communication, risk management, high-risk processes, hazardous gas, and chemical management.
• Drive continuous improvement of EHSS programs and foster an actively caring safety culture.
• Identify hazards and implement risk-based solutions to reduce exposure to serious injuries and high-consequence events.
• Develop and implement risk plans, procedures, and controls, ensuring their effectiveness and documentation.
• Own and drive the execution of EHSS risk management across operations.
• Implement and maintain site-level EHSS programs, conduct risk assessments, and maintain EHSS Risk Registers.
• Provide EHSS input to site projects, including participation in Process Hazard Analyses and design reviews.
• Maintain records of risk reviews and safety data, providing periodic updates.
• Collaborate with Industrial Hygienists, operations, and global EHSS teams to review new products and processes.
• Investigate and implement continuous improvement processes for EHSS in manufacturing operations.
• Partner with clients to implement environmental, health, and safety policies and practices.
• Develop and manage digital systems for tracking risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree, or
• Master’s Degree and 2 years of Environmental, Safety, Science, Engineering, or EHS experience, or
• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of Environmental, Safety, Science, Engineering, or EHS experience, or
• Associate’s Degree and 8 years of Environmental, Safety, Science, Engineering, or EHS experience, or
• High School Diploma / GED and 10 years of Environmental, Safety, Science, Engineering, or EHS experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related Science discipline.
• Experience performing and leading Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and implementing EHSS risk management programs in biotech/pharma.
• Familiarity with project documents such as process diagrams, P&ID’s, equipment specifications, and design drawings.
• Experience developing and managing EHSS programs (e.g., hazard communication, risk management, high-risk processes, hazardous gas, and chemical management).
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and NFPA regulations.
• Applied knowledge of EHSS principles, regulatory standards, and requirements in a business context.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer software systems.
• 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry managing EHSS programs.
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, or operational readiness activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, program development, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions.
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Discretionary annual bonus program or sales-based incentive plan for field sales representatives.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns.
• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements where possible.