EHS Specialist

Overview

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity.

Job Function:
Environmental Health, Safety (EHS) and Facilities Services (FS)

Job Sub Function:
Environmental Health & Safety

Job Category:
Professional

All Job Posting Locations:
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description:

The Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies is currently recruiting for an EHS Specialist in Wilson, NC.

The EHS Specialist is responsible for supporting and delivering the J&J IMSC Wilson EHS requirements including contractor safety, EHS by Design walkdowns, Permit to Work, and linked Risk Assessment processes in compliance with Johnson & Johnson requirements and US Code requirements, project design and delivery process in support of J&J's North Carolina Biologics expansion program.

• Under direct supervision, support contractor management, general safety, EHS by Design area reviews and Permit to Work management programs in a construction and manufacturing setting.
• Develop site-specific procedures and programs based on corporate guidance, regulatory standards, and best practices.
• Partners with associates at all levels including frequent interaction with middle and senior management at the business location and occasional interaction with regulatory authorities.
• Provide technical support and guidance on EHS standards and best practices to various facility stakeholders.
• Participate in and support EHS projects, risk assessments, and ensure identified actions are incorporated into the site tracking process.
• Document all EHS reviews at various stage-gates and manage measures to achieve action closure in a timely manner.
• Ensure EHS compliance and EHS by Design requirements are integrated into design processes from the earliest stages to prevent rework and ensure compliance.
• Participate in all stages of vendor technical review, contributing an EHS perspective and providing solution-based support.
• Provide technical support to the System Owner group to facilitate field-based compliance with J&J Safety requirements, and incorporate lessons learned and best practice solutions.
• Support other project EHS functions to ensure project EHS deliverables meet schedule and budget obligations.
• Maintain and report on EHS KPIs and other project KPIs throughout the project and facility lifecycle.
• Facilitate EHS training for large and small groups and coach trainers to execute on EHS training materials.
• Additional responsibilities may include support of the site’s general EHS programs such as general occupational safety, environmental compliance, Process Safety Management, and emergency response.

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in EHS, Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Strong experience in OSHA and NC DEQ compliance within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS roles.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working in a team delivery environment.
• Proficient in general EHS management software and data analysis tools.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidiscliplinary team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety practices.
• Adaptability to changing facility demands and environments.

• Position based in Wilson, North Carolina with limited remote work available.

Equal Opportunity statement:
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.