WuXi AppTec

Chemical and Industrial Hygiene Manager

WuXi AppTec • $110K — $130K *
Cranbury, NJ 08512In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in Chemical Engineering preferred; or equivalent experience and education
  • 10+ years relevant chemical engineering or industrial hygiene experience
  • Preferred CIH certification
  • Proficient in oral and written communication skills, particularly in English
  • Expertise in regulatory requirements (NIOSH, OSHA, EPA, CDC, NRC)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute U.S. site Chemical Hygiene Plans
  • Perform chemical industrial hygiene sampling as needed
  • Conduct API or surrogate testing for OEB banding validation
  • Recommend and lead improvements in chemical safety processes
  • Lead employee training in Chemical Safety
  • Oversee the shared MSDS database for all locations
  • Conduct annual corporate audits for chemical exposure
  • Manage site hazardous waste program and ensure compliance
  • Participate in accident investigations and track corrective actions
  • Coordinate and manage EHS systems for Cranbury and Natick locations

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment across multiple locations
  • Opportunity to serve as a Chemical Safety expert
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Exposure to regulatory agencies and industry standards
  • Professional development through training and certification opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview

The Manager of Chemical and Industrial Hygiene will be a shared service position that acts as the Chemical Hygiene manager for all Wuxi Apptec locations in the U.S. This will include creating and maintaining a Chemical Hygiene Plan for all sites and performing/overseeing all necessary Industrial Hygiene sampling to support those site plans. This manager will also serve as the primary EHS contact for the Cranbury NJ and Natick, MA locations.

Responsibilities

  • Is the accountable person for development and execution of U.S. site Chemical Hygiene Plans.
  • Will perform chemical IH sampling for each site as needed.
  • Will perform API or Surrogate equivalent testing to validate control levels for OEB banding categories as part of site Potent Compound programs.
  • Recommends and leads improvements in processes, design, procedures, and control methods associated with chemical and API exposures.
  • Leads and conducts employee training in Chemical Safety.
  • Will own and oversee the shared service MSDS database for all locations.
  • Provides strategic leadership and works with management on identified Chemical Safety issues/recommendations/opportunities to foster continuous improvement of EHS programs and cultrure.
  • Interact and serve as WuXi Chemical Safety SME supporting all regulatory agencies and client
  • Perform annual Corporate audits for Chemical exposure at all relevant locations.
  • Develops, implements, and manages all components of the EHS management systems for the Cranbury and Natick locations. This will include but not limit to LOTO, PPE, Noise, Machine guarding, Potent compounds, etc.
  • Will oversee the accident investigation process, audit performance and CAPA tracking methods as well as any associated metric tracking for Cranbury and Natick.
  • Manages and oversees the site hazardous waste program including collection, accumulation, shipments, as well as all required documentation at the Cranbury and Natick locations.
  • Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is
  • Accomplishes staff results by communicating updated organizational information, job expectations & supporting their work
  • Coaches, counsels, and conducts disciplinary actions
  • Develops, coordinates, and follows organizational systems, policies, procedures, and follows labor and capacity standards
  • Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
  • Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating
  • Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Other duties as assigned
  • May be required to assist in other departments


Qualifications

Experience / Education
  • BS/BA in Chemical Engineering preferred; or combination of relevant Experience & Education
  • 10+ years relevant chemical engineering or industrial hygiene experience
  • Preferred CIH certification
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
  • Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
  • Need to be able to read, write and understand English
  • Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Travel is required 20%, Domestic, Potential for occasional International travel.
  • Subject matter expert in regulatory requirements under; NIOSH, OSHA, EPA, CDC, NRC, ...


Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise
  • Must be able to work in Lab setting with Biohazards /various Chemicals
  • Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
  • Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
  • Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
  • Ability to Lift 20 lbs occasionally
  • Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
  • Ability to push/pull 50 lbs / occasionally
  • Clarity of Vision
  • Ability to identify and distinguish colors
  • Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
  • Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding
  • Ability to work in variable temperatures high to freezing
  • Inside/outside working conditions


This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.

About WuXi AppTec

WuXi AppTec is a Chinese pharmaceutical and biotechnology company that provides research and development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. The company was founded in 2000 by Ge Li and is headquartered in Shanghai, China. WuXi AppTec has operations in China, the United States, and Europe. The company's services include drug discovery, development, and manufacturing, as well as clinical research and regulatory affairs. WuXi AppTec is one of the largest contract research organizations in the world and has partnerships with many of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.
Learn more about WuXi AppTec
Size
27,000 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Founded
2000
* Ladders Estimates

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