Sr EH&S Associate-Temp
POSITION SUMMARY:
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II supports the implementation of the Natera environmental, health and safety programs within the company. Reporting into the Quality Assurance department, the position coordinates activities with such groups as Lab Operation (Lab Ops), Research & Development (R&D), Quality Assurance and Facilities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assist in the management of the company’s operations as it pertains to compliance with established company EHS-related SOPs and applicable regulations at the Federal, State, County and Local level.
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Supports day-to-day safety operation needs, which includes:
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Providing safety training to employees and ensuring safety compliance is maintained
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Obtaining and maintaining all EHS related permits Investigating accidents/injuries to determine root cause and corrective/preventive actions
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Managing medical and biohazardous wastes on-site
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Conducting ergonomic assessment Overseeing fire extinguisher & eyewash/deluge shower inspections (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually & periodically where applicable)
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Assisting with seismic safety
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Responsible for conducting quarterly environmental, health, and safety audits.
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Assists in the development and maintenance of all EHS-related SOPs to ensure it reflects current regulatory standards and practices.
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Responsible for preparing and maintaining EHS compliance documents and records.
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Coordinates and support the safety committee and emergency response team.
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Liaison with regulatory agencies and inspectors as it applies to EHS concern, as needed.
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Act as Chemical Hygiene Officer for the site.
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Assist in the tracking, trending, and reporting safety metrics to Senior Management.
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Performs other safety duties, as assigned.
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Tracks regulatory changes relating to all EHS-related matters and makes recommendations as applicable
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in related science field (biology, chemistry, physics).
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ackground in biotechnology or industrial hygiene is preferred.
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3+ years of related work experience in the field of environmental, health & safety as it relates to biotechnology and laboratory environments with an ability to expound on the theory and practical delivery of successful EHS-related programs.
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Highly desirable qualifications: C.I.H.
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Preferred qualifications:
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ASP, CSP, CHHM.
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Experience in conducting ergonomic evaluations and making recommendations for applicable equipment purchases.
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Educational background in EHS matters including, but not limited to, chemical safety & waste regulations, accident & injury prevention, emergency response, ergonomics, environmental sustainability, knowledge and understanding of CLIA/CAP as they relate to EHS.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Prepared to present to all levels of the organization.
- Prepared to lift a maximum of 50 pounds unassisted.
- Show competency in maneuvering a pallet jack (both motorized & manual)
- Prepared to deliver EHS-related (live) training in a classroom setting
San Carlos, CA
$30 - $40 USD
OUR OPPORTUNITY
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.
The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
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