Senior Manager, Environmental Health and Safety

EHS Manager

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range : $132,400.00 - $217,600.00

Position Summary :

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, planning, coordinating, and directing environment, health and safety activities at Bio-Techne and its sites, while ensuring compliance and providing guidance to the company's California sites (San Jose, Newark, and San Marcos). This position focuses on achieving the highest levels of EHS performance through behavior-based initiatives, auditing, mentoring, and rapidly implementing change. The role requires understanding and implementing Federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, and supporting Cal / OSHA compliance programs at all California locations.

Key Responsibilities :

Serve as the primary liaison for EHS activities in California (San Jose, Newark, San Marcos (remotely)).

Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training programs to meet federal (OSHA, EPA) and California (Cal / OSHA, CalEPA, DTSC, SCAQMD / Bay Area AQMD) regulatory requirements.

Ensure California site compliance with :

Cal / OSHA Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)

Cal / OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Standard (CCR Title 8 3395) for indoor and outdoor work

Cal / OSHA Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Plans

Hazard Communication (HazCom) and GHS labeling per Cal / OSHA Title 8 5194

Ergonomic standards (CCR Title 8 5110) for repetitive motion injuries

Oversee hazardous materials management, including :

Compliance with California Hazardous Waste Control Law and DTSC cradle-to-grave requirements

Submittal of Hazardous Materials Business Plans (HMBP) to local CUPAs

Management of Tiered Permitting or RCRA waste as required

Coordinate environmental compliance activities for California sites including :

Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)

Air permit compliance (SCAQMD / BAAQMD)

Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and spill reporting requirements

Oversee recordkeeping including :

OSHA 300A / 301 logs for all sites

California Log 300 posting and retention requirements

Participate in detailed incident investigations and root cause analyses for all sites and ensure corrective actions are completed and verified.

Conduct internal audits and compliance at all sites.

Lead EHS-related training programs, including Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical Hygiene, Hazard Communication, and California-specific required training modules.

Provide mentoring, coaching, and cultural leadership to enhance safety culture across all supported sites.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

This position requires a B.A. / B.S. degree and 5+ years of EHS / Hazardous materials professional experience or a combination of education, experience, managerial skills and training which provides the necessary background for performing the work.

A Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or other safety management certificate is preferred.

Prior experience with the FDA's Good Manufacturing Practices is preferred.

Experience with Large Facilities EHS operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO14001, ISO9001 / ISO13485 and other regulatory requirements applicable to the company's operations.

Knowledgeable in biosafety, ergonomics, materials management, and other programs outside regulatory oversight.

Ability to influence key business decisions that involve operational EH&S functions.

Proven ability to collaborate and lead a group of people in dramatically improving their culture of safety.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills in problem solving; including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate a course of action.

Skills in trouble shooting and critical thinking.

Ability to be flexible.

Ability to act independently on routine assignments or projects.

Ability to plan, organize and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner.

Ability to communicate professionally, both oral and written.

Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high-level accuracy.

Ability to work independently and with a team.

Working Conditions :

On-site presence required.

Occasional travel may be necessary.

May require extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to work hours that conform to standard business operations (8 : 00 A.M. to 5 : 00 P.M.).

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to walk facilities, conduct inspections, and respond to emergencies.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Why Join Bio-Techne :

We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one : medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.

We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.

We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.

We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.

We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.

We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept