EHS Specialist

Overview

NOTICE: The posting is for local applicants only and is not for global assignments or for employees outside Cipla's U.S. subsidiaries or affiliates.

Job Title
: EHS Specialist

FLSA Classification
:
Professional, Exempt

Work Location
:
Central Islip, NY

Work Hours
:
General: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (may vary based on business needs)

Reports To
:
Associate Director, EHS

Salary Range
: $72,800 - $93,600

Summary

The EHS Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving environmental, health, and safety programs with a primary focus on OSHA compliance and occupational safety and health. This role leads risk assessments, drives hazard mitigation, coaches leaders and frontline teams, and ensures regulatory readiness through robust procedures, training, audits, and metrics. The position partners cross-functionally with Operations, Facilities, HR, and Engineering to build a proactive safety culture and reduce incident risk.

• OSHA Compliance & Programs
  • Maintain and update all relevant OSHA-compliant programs (e.g., Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, PPE, Electrical Safety, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Bloodborne Pathogens, Walking-Working Surfaces, Recordkeeping).
  • Conduct required OSHA training and oversee documentation, rosters, and refresher cadence.
  • Lead OSHA 300/300A recordkeeping, annual posting, and incident classification.
• Risk Assessment & Hazard Control
  • Lead JHAs/JSAs, exposure assessments, and workplace inspections; recommend engineering/administrative controls and PPE.
  • Drive corrective actions, root cause analysis, and risk prioritization using hierarchy of controls.
• Incident Prevention & Response
  • Lead incident investigations (near-miss to recordable), causal analysis, and CAPA.
  • Manage emergency preparedness (e.g., drills, evacuation plans, spill response) in coordination with site leadership.
• Audits & Regulatory Readiness
  • Plan and perform internal EHS audits; coordinate external audits and regulatory inspections.
  • Maintain compliance calendars, permits, and documentation; ensure findings are tracked to closure.
• Training & Culture
  • Develop and deliver engaging safety training for all levels; coach supervisors on daily safety leadership.
  • Facilitate safety committees and toolbox talks; promote employee engagement and reporting.
• Metrics & Reporting
  • Own leading and lagging indicators (TRIR, DART, near-miss rates, audit scores, closure rates).
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly EHS reports and present to leadership with trends and improvements.
• Contractor & Project Safety
  • Pre-qualify contractors, review site-specific safety plans, and manage permit-to-work.
  • Support Management of Change (MOC) and safe design reviews for new equipment/processes.

• Support waste management, universal waste, and spill prevention procedures.
• Coordinate with Environmental staff on applicable permits and reporting; serve as an SME in environmental, health, and safety interactions with internal and external customers.
• Develop hazardous and chemical waste programs following RCRA where applicable.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience
  : 5–7 years in EHS with demonstrable OSHA occupational safety leadership in manufacturing, pharma/biotech, labs, logistics, or similar high-risk environments.
• Certifications (preferred): CSP, CIH, CHMM, ASP, OSHA 30-hour (General Industry/Construction), IHMM certifications, First Aid/CPR/AED; HAZWOPER (24/40) as applicable.
• Technical Skills
  :
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910/1926), recordkeeping, and pragmatic application.
  • Proficiency in risk assessment, root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., TapRooT, 5-Why, Fishbone).
  • Experience with EHS management systems (ISO 45001/14001), behavior-based safety, and digital EHS platforms.
  • Familiarity with industrial hygiene sampling, exposure limits (OSHA/NIOSH/ACGIH), and controls.
• Soft Skills
  :
  Influential leadership, clear communication, stakeholder management, training facilitation, data storytelling, and continuous improvement mindset.

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