EHS Lead - Sunnyvale

Work Schedule · Standard (Mon-Fri) · Environmental Conditions · Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Eq ...

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs.

without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)

, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

The EHS Specialist III is the site-level owner for Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs in a mixed-use manufacturing, laboratory, and office environment .

The role has full accountability for the development, execution, and continuous improvement of site safety and health programs supporting operations with significant chemical use and dangerous goods handling .

Serving as a senior individual contributor , this role acts as the primary site authority for safety and health compliance and is the lead representative for OSHA and all city, state, and local regulatory inspections within scope.

The EHS Specialist III partners closely with site leadership, operations, facilities, and laboratory teams to proactively manage risk and embed EHS excellence into daily operations.

LOCATION :
This is a fully onsite position based in Sunnyvale, CA. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Key Responsibilities

EHS Program Leadership & Ownership

Owns, leads, and continuously improves all site safety and health programs across manufacturing, laboratory, and office environments, including:
Employee safety programs and training
Chemical safety, dangerous goods handling, and laboratory safety programs
Ergonomics assessments, risk mitigation, and tracking
Emergency Response Team (ERT) preparedness, drills, and incident response
Incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action management

Ensures EHS programs are effectively implemented, audited, and sustained in alignment with Thermo Fisher Scientific's EHS Management System, AIG's EHS Standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Serves as the site subject matter expert for safety and health risks associated with chemical handling and high-risk operations.

Regulatory Compliance & Inspections

Serves as the primary site owner and representative for all federal, city, state, and local safety. health, and environmental inspections.
Maintains compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and state/local EHS regulations across manufacturing and laboratory operations.
Manages environmental permits and required regulatory reporting.
Interfaces directly with regulatory agencies and leads site responses to inspections, findings, and corrective actions.

Chemical Safety, Dangerous Goods & Controlled Substances

Oversees site chemical safety programs, including storage, handling, labeling, compatibility, and risk controls.
Supports dangerous goods management and compliance requirements applicable to site operations.
Provides oversight and support for site DEA controlled substance activities in alignment with corporate procedures and regulatory expectations.

Waste Management & Vendor Oversight

Owns site waste management programs, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
Manages waste vendors to ensure regulatory compliance, performance, and cost-effective service delivery.
Ensures proper waste handling, storage, labeling, documentation, and disposal practices are maintained.

Training, Engagement & Safety Culture

Develops, delivers, and evaluates safety training programs tailored to manufacturing, laboratory, and office environments.
Partners with people leaders to reinforce EHS accountability and safe work practices.
Acts as a visible on-site EHS presence, promoting proactive hazard identification and employee engagement.

Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity

Leads development, execution, and continuous improvement of site emergency response and business continuity plans.
Conducts drills, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews to ensure readiness for chemical and operational emergencies.
Supports site leadership during emergency response and recovery activities.

Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement

Collects, analyzes, and trends EHS data to identify risk trends and improvement opportunities.
Prepares and reports EHS metrics to site leadership and corporate/divisional stakeholders.
Supports site Quality Risk Management and enterprise risk initiatives as the EHS subject matter expert.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related life/physical science discipline required
Master's degree preferred

Experience

5-10 years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing and/or laboratory environments
Demonstrated experience independently owning EHS programs supporting chemical and higher-risk operations
Proven experience leading OSHA and regulatory inspections
Strong ability to influence site leadership and cross-functional teams without direct authority

Technical Expertise

Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and applicable state and local regulations
Experience with chemical safety, dangerous goods, waste management, injury management, and industrial hygiene programs
Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
Experience with EHS audits, training development, and corrective action management

Compensation And Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $112,500.00-$150,000.00.

This Position May Also Be Eligible To Receive a Variable Annual Bonus Based On Company, Team, And/or Individual Performance Results In Accordance With Company Policy.

We Offer a Comprehensive Total Rewards Package That Our U.S. Colleagues And Their Families Can Count On, Which Includes

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.