Sr EHS Specialist & Industrial Hygienist

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse Job Description Summary: Provide guidance and support to EHS team as well as internal and external clients on EHS matters. Provide EHS support to operations, maintenance and Pharmaceutical Development Services (PDS). Establish standard procedures for the site, exchange expertise with other sites and ensure site is following EHS regulations and practices. Essential Functions:  Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards. Lead the creation and integration of EHS programs and management systems. Collaborate with internal partners and site leadership as required to gain support and ensure compliance. Lead all facets of the Industrial Hygiene (IH) Program at the site: Development of IH sampling plans and sampling strategies Development of Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) and IH analytical methods Conduct IH assessments on existing products and evaluates technologies to improve containment. Participate in cross-functional teams to evaluate and enhance containment of existing processes Lead Designated Substances Program Lead Industrial & Office Ergonomics program Lead Respiratory Protection Program and Fit Testing including PAPR maintenance and testing as necessary. Combustible Dust Hazard Assessment and Management. Support Health and Safety support in the following areas: Incident investigations JHSC audit finding closures Risk assessments Develop and conduct EHS training: orientation, monthly safety talk and department specific training Conduct equipment reviews Act as an advisor and resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee New Project Risk Assessments Attend Kick-Off Meetings and ongoing Project Meetings. Evaluate containment/industrial hygiene for new projects Potent Compound active-specific procedures and training Liaise with Project Managers, Process Engineers and Clients. Provide back-up and support to other EHS team members and Health Centre Lead or participate in EHS audits and/or investigations with regulatory bodies, Clients and Corporate representatives. Implement Global EHS Standards and complete regulatory and/or corporate reporting as the need arises.  Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required) REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: BSc in Occupational Health and Safety or in a related field. Professional Designation -Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Experience: Minimum 5 years of EHS experience in Chemical, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical industry                        Minimum 3 years of Industrial Hygiene training/experience Previous experience conducting presentations / training for various levels within an organization and client or project management experience. Equivalency: Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Able to work in a fast-paced friendly environment. High integrity for dealing with confidential information. Demonstrated professionalism. Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language. Standards and Expectations:     Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Perform all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality