Associate Director EHampS

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At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision - transforming patients' lives through science.In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease - and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry - each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Associate Director, EH&S

About Bristol-Myers Squibb

Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global Biopharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunoscience and fibrosis.

Join us and make a difference. We hire the best people and provide them with a work environment that places a premium on diversity, integrity, collaboration and personal development. Through a culture of inclusion, we create a better, more productive work environment. We believe that the diverse experiences and perspectives of all our employees help to drive innovation and transformative business results.

Purpose and Scope of Position:

The Associate Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) is responsible for developing, planning, directing, organizing, and executing strategies to maintain safety, health, and environmental consciousness and compliance for site-wide operations. This position plays a key role in aligning corporate and local policies and procedures while effectively managing a team of professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities


Directs all components of the site Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Organization, which includes: Safety Programs, Occupational Health, Waste Management, Wastewater pre-Treatment, Crisis Management Programs, Environmental Permitting and Industrial Hygiene, and ensures all pieces are aligned with Global EHSS guidelines, process and procedures.
Establishes and communicates strategic and business objectives for EH&S, balancing business risk, customer expectations and regulatory requirements while remaining consistent with company and site strategy.
Establishes and communicates high performance standards, defines clear accountability, and leads by adopting continuous improvement strategies.
Identifies and ensures key EH&S metrics, requirements and infrastructure are incorporated into the site and functional balance scorecard for sustainable compliance and safety and that site goals contribute to overall BMS Sustainability Goals.
Responsible for identifying EH&S issues that are essential for full compliance with local, state and federal regulation and conform to existing and planned business development.
Keep abreast of safety and environmental legislation, as well as industry best practices.
Build and maintain strong credible relationships with the regulatory agencies, customers, trade groups and common stakeholders, leveraging those relationships to the company's advantage
Develops and leads a high-performing team responsible for manufacturing systems, managing the recruitment and development of staff. Investing in the development of current and future leadership through assignment of development opportunities, coaching, mentoring, and effective administration of rewards and recognition.
Effectively manages assigned resources to address priorities, meet schedules, maximize productivity, reduce costs, and increase efficiencies.
Develops an annual operating budget/staffing levels and manages operation to achieve them.
Act as a subject matter expert for EH&S related topics.
Lead inspectors during significant visits; determine, plan, and implement necessary follow-up action to comply with laws; disseminate information to departments as appropriate
Prepare and/or direct the development of advanced environmental reports to regulatory agencies.
Participates actively in site Senior Leadership Team.
Performs other tasks as assigned.


Required Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :


Proven ability to work within a remote, matrix environment and leading a multi-level team to achieve high performance standards
Experience with integration related activities
Advanced strategic thinking skills to drive effectiveness within EH&S Department
Advanced ability to collaborate with other EHS professional inside and outside the company
Advanced knowledge of cGMP regulations and how they apply to the EH&S requirements.
Advanced knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, IATA and other state/local environmental regulations.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced Knowledge of potent compound safety in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Advanced proficiency in performing incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Ability to gown and maintain qualification for grade C/D environment.
Ability to pass an annual HAZMAT physical and respirator fit test.
Ability to achieve and maintain 1st aid, CPR and AED certifications.
Ability to work independently for extended periods of time.
Requires flexibility and the ability to multi-task.
Requires strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to solve routine and complex problems.
Requires strong communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with site senior management and corporate EH&S.
Intermediate budgeting skills.


Education and Experience


Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering, science or a related field
Master's degree preferred
10 years relevant work experience required, preferably in a complex, regulated manufacturing environment, 7 years of functional leaders and at least 3 years leadership with direct reports
Professional certification, in appropriate discipline, desired
An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute.


Working Conditions


The incumbent may be required to kneel, climb, bend, push, pull, reach, balance, and/or lift greater than 20 lbs. for 1 hours, approximately 3 times per week.
The incumbent may be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, and face shields.
The incumbent will be required to walk for extended periods of time, up to 2 hours per day.
The incumbent will be required to move drums of waste greater than 300 lbs. for up to 1 hours per day using tools and/or equipment.
This position requires regular medical surveillance and may require incumbent to wear a respirator.
The incumbent must analyze complex numerical values on a daily basis.
The incumbent must communicate effectively both verbally and written.
The incumbent must be able to travel for business up to 10% of the time.
The incumbent will be working around hazardous materials to include chemical agents at least 1 hours per day.
The incumbent's environment will be variable (prevailing outside temperature) at least 1 hours per day.
The incumbent's environment may have excessive noise.


Definitions and Abbreviations


AED - Automated External Defibrillator
cGMP - current Good Manufacturing Practices
CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
DOT - Department of Transportation
EPA - Environmental Protection Agency
ERT - Emergency Response Team
HAZMAT - Hazardous Materials
HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
IATA - International Air Transport Association
OSHA - Occupational, Safety and Health Association
RCRA - Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SOJT - Structured On-The-Job Training
SOP - Standard Operating Procedures


This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1527871_EN

Updated: 2020-07-22 00:00:00.000 UTC

Location: Phoenix,Arizona

Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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