Manager, Safety, Health and Environment

About the role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished SHE professional to influence site-wide performance, strengthen regulatory compliance, and help nurture a deeply embedded sense of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within a multifaceted manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the site’s SHE strategy through the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of key programs, processes, and management systems.
• Work in close partnership with cross-functional collaborators to ensure SHE standards are fully embedded into the site’s LEAN operating model.
• Support the acquisition and maintenance of regulatory permits and licenses.
• Coordinate SHE audits and corrective actions.
• Contribute to emergency response readiness.
• Lead or participate in risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Strengthen the site’s SHE management system through effective documentation, training oversight, and the continuous refinement of tools and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a Safety, Health and Environment-related field
• 8 years of experience in safety, health and environmental compliance
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing SHE programs within a manufacturing environment
• Solid knowledge of safety and environmental permitting processes, regulations, and reporting obligations
• Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and changing deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and completeness

Preferred Background Requirements

• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment
• Advanced degree and/or relevant professional certification
• Industry experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or chemical manufacturing

Working Conditions

• Role is based in Coppell, Texas
• Approximately 5% travel
• Scope of operation is primarily within the United States
• No direct people management responsibility
• Extensive collaboration with site leadership, operations teams, AstraZeneca SHE colleagues, regional and global SHE collaborators, regulatory agencies, contractors, and external vendors
• Active participation in site audits, emergency response planning, evacuation drills, inspections, and other SHE-related activities as required