EHS Analyst

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist with a strong background in manufacturing environments, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for safety leadership, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.

Note : This is an on-site position that pays $90,000-$98,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications, plus bonus

The EHS Specialist supports the development and execution of site Environmental, Health, and Safety programs within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This position has a strong emphasis on industrial hygiene, including exposure assessments for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), potent compounds, solvents, and cleanroomrelated risks. The specialist ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA requirements, and internal corporate standards while partnering closely with Operations, Quality, and engineering teams.

Job duties :

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs, policies, and procedures aligned with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct job hazard analyses, ergonomic assessments, and root cause investigations; recommend and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Oversee confined space entry, forklift operations, nonstandard work, and energy control (LOTO) procedures, ensuring compliant training, documentation, and audit programs.
• Coordinate and deliver EHS training programs; lead safety committee activities and promote engagement through toolbox talks, campaigns, and recognition initiatives.
• Monitor and report on environmental compliance related to air, water, and waste; support permitting processes, inspections, and sustainability efforts.
• Maintain emergency response plans, conduct drills, and ensure readiness of response teams, equipment, and documentation.
• Track leading and lagging safety indicators, analyze trends, and implement proactive measures to reduce risk and prevent injuries.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and HR to embed EHS requirements into daily activities and longterm strategic planning.
• Lead injury prevention initiatives to support a worldclass safety culture and reduce injury frequency and severity.
• Identify, assess, and control sitelevel hazards; support supervisors in conducting thorough incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Analyze incident and risk trends and develop targeted training programs using appropriate media and delivery methods.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to influence EHS resource allocation, project planning, and business decisionmaking.
• Provide input on the design of standardized EHS systems, policies, campaigns, and training to reduce risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Build and leverage internal networks (Operations, HR, Finance, Legal, Claims, Security) and external partnerships (industry groups, safety organizations) to strengthen EHS programs and standards.
• Perform additional duties as required to support overall EHS performance and organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications :

Professionally recognized certifications in EHS is preferred :

Preferred qualifications :

Professionally recognized certifications in EHS :

Key competencies :

Since its beginning, Padagis has been undergoing the process of identifying what we believe will lead to the success of our organization in a competitive landscape. To that end, we have developed a set of five "core" competencies. We strive to bring employees on board the journey with us who exemplify these key competencies :

About us :

At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people's lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in "extended topical" medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. It's a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We've already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system. Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency. Please consider joining our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference.

What's Next :

At Padagis a real recruiter AND the hiring manager will review your application, not just a bot. This means we pay special attention to each application submitted for the position. While it could take a couple of days for us to get back with you, please know that we appreciate you applying for the open position and ask that you monitor your email.

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