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EHS Manager

Published on:  Nov 17, 2024
Country:  United States
Location:  Stillwater, Minnesota
Company:  DiaSorin Inc
Job Category:  Operations
Employment type:  Regular Full Time
Req ID:  6458

Diasorin is a global leader in diagnostic solutions, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to create cutting-edge tools that improve healthcare worldwide. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, we've earned our reputation for excellence by developing innovative diagnostic assays and instruments that are trusted by healthcare providers around the world.

Our broad offering of diagnostic tests and Licensed Technology solutions, made available thanks to ongoing investments in research, positions us as the player with the widest range of specialty solutions in the sector and identifies us as the "Diagnostics Specialist."

 

Why Join Diasorin?

 

  • Impactful Work: When you join Diasorin, you become part of a team that's dedicated to improving lives. Your contributions will directly impact patient care, making a meaningful difference in the world.

 

  • Global Reach & Innovation: Our work transcends borders. Joining Diasorin means collaborating with colleagues from all over the world, expanding your horizons, and contributing to global healthcare solutions at the forefront of the diagnostic industry.

 

Diverse and Inclusive Culture: We believe in the strength of diversity, and our inclusive culture reflects this commitment. We value your unique perspective and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

 

Join Our Team: If you're passionate about innovation, diversity, and making a positive impact on healthcare, Diasorin is the place for you. We're looking for passionate and talented individuals who are ready to embrace new challenges and drive healthcare solutions forward.

 

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of diagnostics? Join Diasorin and become a catalyst for change in the world of healthcare. Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey toward a healthier, more connected world. Together, we can make an impact!

 

Job Scope:

Responsible for evaluating applicable regulations; determining applicability to company operations; and implementation of procedures and policies to result in conformance with Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and the protection of the environment. 

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Manage hazardous waste program to assure collection, storage, transportation and final disposal of hazardous waste is in compliance with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
    • Prepare and submit hazardous waste license renewals.
    • Evaluate waste chemicals and determine appropriate waste classification.
    • Disclose hazardous waste to waste authorities.
    • Arrange analysis and method of disposal for waste chemicals to include transportation and final disposition.
    • Audit waste management transporters and facilities for compliance with regulations and the conditions of their licenses.
    • Evaluate applicable regulations, determine applicability to DiaSorin’s hazardous waste program, and develop and implement procedures and policies to meet regulatory requirements.
    • Represent the company during hazardous waste inspections.
  • Manage worker compensation program to result in effective claim management and minimization of corporate worker compensation costs.
    • Perform administrative functions to include submission of first report of injury, medical statements, and medical records to insurance carrier or administrator.
    • Work with insurance company, employee, and local health care providers to assure employee receives appropriate care and expedient return to work.
    • Develop, implement and assure compliance for chemical, biological and general safety policies and procedures to result in protection of employee safety.
    • Identify hazards and conditions that may result in personal injury or company loss and develop methods and procedures to eliminate these hazards.
    • Evaluate applicable regulations to include OSHA, DOT, EPA, ANSI, DEA and local requirements; determine applicability to DiaSorin’s safety program; and develop and implement procedures and policies to meet regulatory requirements.
    • Represent the company during inspections involving OSHA, DOT, EPA, DEA and local regulatory agencies.
  • Oversee corporate environmental microbial monitoring program to assure conformance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
    • Review and develop microbial monitoring procedures to include air, water and surface monitoring.
    • Review and develop corrective action limits for microbial monitoring to assure conformance with regulatory recommendations and manufacturing standards.
  • Review product manufacturing documents and packaging/labeling to assure corporate and regulatory requirements are met.
    • Review product labeling and packaging for conformance with domestic and international labeling and transportation standards.
    • Review manufacturing procedures to include safety considerations, process and reagent changes to assure appropriate safety procedures are incorporated into manufacturing documents.
  • Coordinate DiaSorin’s emergency response program to result in increased loss control in the event of an emergency.
    • Develop and implement corporate emergency response procedures.
    • Coordinate DiaSorin’s emergency response teams to include response to medical, radiation and chemical emergencies.
    • Organize and execute emergency drills to include medical, spill, fire and tornado.
    • Chair DiaSorin Safety Committee and facilitate regular meetings.
  • Perform and document calibration and preventative maintenance needed to result in equipment that is in good working condition, in accordance with corporate policies and in compliance with GMP.
    • Perform necessary calibrations on radiation detection equipment to meet GMP specifications.
    • Maintain records of preventative maintenance in accordance with GMP.
    • Perform minor repairs on equipment when necessary.
    • Contact outside vendors to conduct major repairs and other preventative maintenance on equipment.
  • Perform work in a safe manner consistent with DiaSorin’s health, safety and environmental policies and assume responsibility for personal safety and that of co-workers to result in a safe work environment for all employees and the protection of the environment and the community at large.
    • Follow DiaSorin’s established procedures for the safe handling and disposal of hazardous, radioactive and infectious material.
    • Participate in DiaSorin’s safety training programs and demonstrate competency in the use of Material Safety Data Sheets, chemical labeling, corporate emergency response procedures, and DiaSorin’s Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.
    • Be aware of and understand the hazards specific to work area and follow appropriate safety precautions necessary to control them.
    • Understand and utilize documentation protocols and accurately and legibly complete all documentation on time to result in a product/process history consistent with GMP requirements.
  • Understand the appropriate Universal Operating Procedures (UOPs) pertaining to the work to be performed.
    • Review, understand, and accurately complete in a timely fashion, documents such as procedures, forms, worksheets, and notebooks.
    • Route, handle and/or store completed documentation appropriate for the work completed.
    • Initiate Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Nonconformance Reports (NCR) and Deviations, as applicable.
  • Follow DiaSorin’s established compliance procedures designed to ensure that all regulatory requirements are met; activities may include audits, documentation, and the understanding of the requirements of agencies such as OSHA, EPA, and FDA.
    • Develop leadership competencies and foster an environment that results in a risk-taking, energetic, accountable work force that works together to fulfill corporate objectives.
    • Promote open channels of communication throughout the organization through continual thoughtful and open communications.
    • Actively participate in team meetings and acts as a resource to the group.
    • Actively facilitate in sharing of information across the organization in a way that results in good coordination of actions and decisions, and continuous improvement of results and performance.
  • Promote through interactions an environment that supports trusting relationships and ethical leadership.
    • Participate in training processes that are designed to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of delivering results consistent with corporate goals and objectives.
    • Develop and deliver internal safety training programs to include Hazard Communication, Ergonomics, Lockout/Tagout, Forklift, Welding, and Radiation Safety training.
    • Formally and informally lead training of others in areas of competencies where appropriate.
    • Participate in formal and informal training required to increase skills to meet work expectations.
  • Select, train, evaluate and develop employees to assure optimum motivation and retention of staff.
    • Conduct coaching sessions on a regular basis with staff to discern their work, their progress on defined goals, their strengths and opportunities for improvement.
    • Prepare and conduct the performance assessment delivering a candid and respectful discussion about results.
    • Perform review process according to corporate guidelines and complete on a timely basis.
    • Provide training and development to employees to assure their continual growth in the acquisition and demonstration of needed skills, knowledge and abilities.
    • Strategically identify characteristics and skill sets needed in future staff additions.
    • Recruit and select employees for open positions, achieving a balance between position/role requirements and the individual skills, knowledge and abilities of employees.
  • Establish and communicate responsibilities and expectations to employees to assure mutual understanding of results expected.
    • Recommend, develop and implement plans that support the achievement of the strategic business operations of the company.
    • Develop systems and processes and show ability to integrate them into the business operations in such a way that they positively impact our business objectives.
    • Work across departments/groups to assure that mutually dependent business strategies are integrated so that planning is coordinated and cohesive effort is allowed.
    • Proactively maximize resources (time, materials, effort) and work to identify ineffective systems and provide the leadership for improvement.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications 

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety Management or equivalent
  • CSP or working toward desired
  • 8+ years related experience working with chemical, radioactive, and biological materials
  • Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT/IATA
  • Knowledge of and skill in using Microsoft Word for windows and Excel; familiarity with Google Suite
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Problem solving ability such as the ability to diagnose problems by separating essential from non-essential variables
  • Knowledge of budgeting process and the elements of a budget
  • Knowledge of capital expense request process such as writing the justification for the purchase of a new piece of equipment
  • Advanced skills in Math
  • Exposure to Toxic and Corrosive Chemicals
  • Exposure to Human Source Materials (BioHazards) 
  • May lift up to 50 pounds 
  • May need to stand, or sit for an extended period of time throughout the workday.
  • Ability to Smell (Respirator Users) and Ability to Distinguish Color (Label Inspection)
  • Must be able to wear the proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
  • i.e. Chemical Resistant Clothing and Gloves, and Disposable Clothing and Shoe Covers
  • Be familiar with the use of special equipment
  • i.e. Air Sampling Equipment, and Radiation Measurement Equipment.

What We Offer
Receive a competitive salary and benefits package as you grow your career at Diasorin. Join our team and discover how your work can impact the lives of people all over the world.

 

Diasorin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and Canada and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Diasorin is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are a US or Canada candidate and require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact the North America Talent Acquisition Team at hrtalent@diasorin.com or 1-800-328-1482 to request an accommodation.

The above job description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Diasorin reserves the right to modify or amend this job posting as needed to comply with local laws and regulations.

Please note that offers of employment at Diasorin may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

This position is not eligible for partnership with a third-party search firm vendor without expressed, written consent from the Diasorin Human Resources Department.

 

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