The Opportunity
QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.
Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.
The Role
QuidelOrtho is seeking an EHS Manager (Environmental, Health & Safety Manager). The EHS Manager will manage EHS compliance programs for Manufacturing, Administrative/Office, R&D, Quality Laboratories/Operations and Equipment Manufacturing at multiple sites across the Rochester campus. Develop strategic vision and implement EHS risk mitigation strategies to systematically reduce EHS risk, ensure regulatory compliance, reduce injury/illness rates and build a proactive EHS culture within the organization. Develop environmental sustainability strategy for the local sites and work cross-functionally across QuidelOrtho to implement environmental sustainability initiatives. Manage EHS programs and systems to maintain certification to ISO14001 (Environmental Management System) and OSHA Voluntary Protection Program. This position will lead the EHS team to ensure consistent approach and practices, drive standardization and cost efficiencies in areas of EHS compliance programs, energy, waste management, environmental sustainability and EHS/Facilities standards/specifications.
This role will be onsite in Rochester, NY.
The Responsibilities
- Manage EHS team, EHS compliance programs, 3rd party certifications, projects, etc. associated with manufacturing, Administrative/Office, R&D, Quality Laboratories/Operations, Equipment Manufacturing, Facilities, etc. at multiple sites across the Rochester campus.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive EHS&S risk mitigation strategy and culture transformation for the Rochester campus sites focusing on risk assessments, targeted risk reduction, training, communication, etc. Partner with site leadership to ensure all significant EHS risks are identified and assessed and that appropriate risk control measures are implemented, maintained and monitored.
- Lead/participate in EHS investigations in a timely manner and ensure any remedial actions are shared effectively. Recommend actions to address safety, regulatory and licensing considerations for future business activities. Partner with site leadership to ensure awareness of their specific EHS responsibilities and accountabilities for department personnel on site and provide relevant training for workers and designated EHS representatives.
- Environmental Sustainability: Lead multi-site Facility, Operations and EHS teams across the Rochester campus to drive standardization and cost efficiencies in areas of EHS compliance programs, energy, waste management, environmental sustainability and EHS/Facilities standards/specifications.
- Understand, maintain and update environmental and safety compliance records in order to demonstrate compliance with environmental, safety and sustainability applicable to the site
- Maintain Site EHS Certifications (ISO14001 and OSHA Voluntary Protection Program Status).
- Indirect management of site EHS professionals; leading the development of a high functioning EHS team to elevate team performance; enhance organizational EHS capability and technical expertise of site’s EHS team.
- Identify and implement cost efficiencies for EHS and/or waste management programs.
- Harmonization and Standardization: Develop policies, procedures and protocols to maintain compliance and continual improvement to the site’s EHS programs and systems.
- Lead Emergency Services Teams
- Working and gowning in Operations
- Participate in Emergency Response Teams
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
The Individual
Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
- 5+ years in Occupational Safety, Environmental Compliance, and/or Industrial Hygiene
- Up to 10% Travel – Domestic (as necessary)
Preferred
- Degree in Occupational Health, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related discipline
- Knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Health & Safety), EPA and state regulations and on a local, state and federal level.
- Technical knowledge of occupational safety and environmental program components.
- Experience in identifying, evaluating and controlling environmental, health and safety risks in the workplace.
- Excellent influencing, planning, organizational and time management skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills, such as public speaking.
- Intermediate to expert MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Team player, be able to work independently, and be process oriented.
- Experience working with EHS data reporting and tracking systems.
- Safety or environmental certifications such as ASP, CSP, or CHMM.
The Key Working Relationships
- Internal Partners: Plant/Site Director/Manager, Value Stream Manager(s), Quality Plant/Site Director/Manager, Human Resources; Occupational Health, Site Facility Manager/Supervisor, Functional Leaders within Marketing, Finance, IT, CTS, Regulatory, Executive Leaders; Commercial Operations Vice Presidents, Directors and Managers
- External Partners: Local, State and Federal Regulators; OSHA VPP Regional Manager
The Work Environment
The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory and warehouse environment(s) include handling of biological materials (blood pathogens) and potentially hazardous chemicals.
The Physical Demands
Up to 40% of the time at desk, and 60% of the time standing or sitting for extended periods of time on the production floor/facility mobility (ex: bending, climbing ladders, etc.), and the ability to lift up to 30lbs. Flexible work hours to help Operations; will be expected to have a level of availability outside of normal business hours to help assist with permitted work for shutdown activities (confined space, crane lift, etc.), as well as emergency situations at the site should they occur.
Salary Transparency
Salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including: education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on that facts and circumstances of each case. Salary range for this position is $135,000 to $155,000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time) and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.
Equal Employment Opportunity
QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.
