(Sr.) EHS Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the site EHS Management System in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and NJ state/local regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
• Lead environmental compliance: hazardous/universal waste, wastewater, air emissions, Tier II/SARA reporting, and NJDEP permits.
• Lead or support the Biosafety Officer function; oversee biosafety programs for BSL-2 / BSL-2+ plasmid and lentiviral operations.
• Ensure safe handling and control of viral vectors, biological materials, chemicals, cryogens (LN2), and compressed gases.
• Plan and coordinate industrial hygiene assessments and occupational health programs (e.g., respiratory protection, medical surveillance).
• Lead EHS risk assessments, incident/near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA; track and report EHS KPIs.
• Deliver EHS onboarding and refresher training; maintain strong floor presence and coach line leadership.
• Represent EHS during client audits, regulatory inspections, and site visits; support EHS sections of quality/technical agreements.
• Own the site Emergency Response Plan and coordinate drills and external responder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or above degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Biology, or related field required.
• 10+ years of EHS experience with site-level responsibility in biotech/pharma/CDMO or similar regulated environment.
• Strongly preferred: experience with biologics or viral vector operations (plasmid DNA, lentivirus, BSL-2 labs, GMP manufacturing).
• Solid knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, RCRA, basic CAA/CWA requirements, DOT HazMat; familiarity with biosafety standards (BMBL, NIH Guidelines).
• PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS: CSP, CIH, CHMM, RBP/CBSP or equivalent.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally, communicate clearly, and provide practical, operations-friendly EHS solutions in a fast-paced setting.

Estimated Salary Range

The estimated salary range is $100,000 - $150,000, based on experience level.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
• Paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment.
• Paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Legal assistance.
• Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Well-being initiatives.
• Peer-to-peer recognition programs.