Enviromental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Location: North Carolina, USA (100% Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract (6-month minimum, with possibility of extension)

Start Date: Immediate availability preferred

Position Summary

Our client, a global leader in the life sciences sector, is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support critical EHS operations during the expansion of manufacturing and laboratory facilities. This professional will ensure regulatory compliance, manage risk mitigation strategies, and help drive a proactive safety culture aligned with corporate standards and applicable laws.

This role is ideal for EHS professionals with strong knowledge of environmental regulations, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, and a successful track record supporting startup or facility expansion projects within a regulated, FDA-compliant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and applicable industry standards.
• Support and monitor EHS requirements for facility expansion and/or startup activities.
• Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses (JHA), and environmental impact evaluations.
• Complete EHS assessment forms in accordance with Johnson & Johnson (J&J) procedures, ensuring alignment with internal standards and FDA regulatory expectations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs and procedures across operations, laboratories, and utilities.
• Conduct EHS audits, inspections, and incident investigations; follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Support contractor safety management programs, including onboarding, training, and oversight of site activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Facilities, Quality, Operations) during construction, equipment commissioning, and startup phases.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for compliance reporting, safety data sheets (SDS), risk assessments, and training records.
• Lead or support safety training sessions for employees, supervisors, and contractors to ensure proper understanding of site-specific hazards and procedures.
• Promote a strong EHS culture and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) during audits, inspections, and internal reviews.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of industry experience in Environmental, Health & Safety within a regulated manufacturing or life sciences environment.
• Proven experience supporting EHS aspects of facility startups, expansions, or capital projects.
• Strong working knowledge of federal and local regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, and applicable state regulations).
• Excellent documentation, risk assessment, and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager).
• Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of cleanroom classifications, GMP operations, and qualification processes.
• Proficiency in EHS management systems and electronic incident reporting tools.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an updated resume inside the job description link. Immediate availability is preferred.