Environmental Health & Safety; EHS Manager

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for a direct-hire position at a cutting-edge biotechnology client in Sacramento, CA.

Salary: $90,000–$100,000 per year

Schedule:

Full-time

Our client is an industry-leading company dedicated to enhancing lives by developing and providing cost-effective generic prescription drugs and over-the-counter products for the North American market. For over a decade, they have remained steadfast in its commitment to excellence, integrity, and respect for people.

As an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager, you will support the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the client’s EHS programs across all facilities. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEA, FDA, and state regulatory standards, promotes a safe and environmentally conscious workplace, and drives a culture of proactive risk management.

• Maintain and manage EHS documentation including SDS, hazardous waste manifests, injury logs, training records, and regulatory permits.
• Coordinate EHS training sessions on safety, chemical handling, emergency response, and hazardous material management.
• Support execution of company-wide EHS programs, procedures, and policies in compliance with regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, DEA, Cal/OSHA, etc.).
• Conduct routine inspections and internal audits to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor waste generation, recycling, air emissions, and water usage and support environmental sustainability efforts.
• Track and report on key EHS metrics and submit required reports to regulatory agencies.
• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and environmental spills and support root cause analysis and CAPA implementation.
• Assist with DEA security and controlled substance compliance (21 CFR Part 1301).
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives for continuous improvement in safety culture and environmental responsibility.
• Collaborate in planning for emergency preparedness, evacuation drills, and risk assessments.
• Any other duties assigned by Supervisor.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Chemistry, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in EHS or compliance roles, preferably in a GMP-regulated or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with environmental reporting, hazardous waste handling, and safety data sheet management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management software.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and DEA regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional coordination and training.
• Experience with incident investigation and documentation practices.

• Must live or be willing to move to Sacramento Metropolitan Region (Approx. 40 miles' radius).

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401k savings plan
• Yearly bonus eligibility

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws.

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