Description
We are seeking a highly experienced EHS Manager to lead and oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across our pharmaceutical operations in Chantilly and Manassas, Virginia . This role is responsible for ensuring full regulatory compliance, minimizing risk, and driving a strong safety culture across both sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee all EHS programs for the Chantilly and Manassas manufacturing sites
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, and site‑specific safety plans.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, EPA, GMP , and applicable state and local regulations
- Lead site risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and safety audits
- Investigate incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Oversee chemical safety, hazardous material handling, waste management, and emergency response programs
- Plan and deliver safety training for employees, contractors, and visitors
- Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics; recommend improvement initiatives
- Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections, audits, and external agencies
- Partner with operations, quality, and engineering teams to integrate safety into daily activities and project.
- Support GMP environments by ensuring safe manufacturing practices without compromising product quality
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 5–7 years of EHS or safety management experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, GMP, EPA , and industrial safety regulations.
- Experience managing multi‑site operations preferred.
- Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, NEBOSH , or equivalent strongly preferred.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel regularly between Chantilly and Manassas sites.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to lead safety programs across multiple pharmaceutical sites.
- Collaborative, quality‑driven work environment.
- Career growth and long‑term stability.