EHS Specialist

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at

Job Function:

Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)

Job Sub Function:

Environmental Health & Safety

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description:

The Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies is currently recruiting for an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist! This position will be located in Wilson, NC.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at

Job Summary:
The EHS Specialist is responsible for supporting and delivering the J&J IMSC Wilson EHS requirements incl. for instance Industrial Hygiene, Bio Safety, Chemical Safety, Laboratory Safety, and linked Risk Assessment processes in compliance with Johnson & Johnson (J&J) requirements and US Code requirements, project design and delivery process in support of J&J's North Carolina Biologics expansion program etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision, support biosafety, general safety, industrial hygiene and chemical management programs in a laboratory setting.
• Develop site-specific procedures and programs based on corporate guidance, regulatory standards, and best practices.

• Partners with associates at all levels including frequent interaction with middle and senior management at the business location and occasional interaction with regulatory authorities.

• Provide technical support and guidance on EHS standards and best practices to various facility stakeholders.
• Participating in and support EHS projects, Risk Assessments, and ensure identified action are incorporated into the site tracking process.
• Document all EHS reviews at various stage-gates and manage measures to achieve action closure in a timely manner.
• Ensure EHS compliance and laboratory safety are integrated into design processes from the earliest stages to prevent rework and ensure compliance.
• Participate in all stages of the vendor technical review, contributing an EHS perspective, providing solution-based support.
• Provide technical support to the System Owner group to facilitate compliance with J&J Bio Safety, Chemical and Laboratory Safety expectations, and incorporate lessons learned and best practice solutions.
• Support other project EHS functions to ensure project EHS deliverables meet schedule and budget obligations.
• Maintain and report on EHS KPIs and other project KPIs throughout the project and facility lifecycle.
• Facilitate EHS training for large and small groups as well as coaching trainers to execute on EHS training materials.
• Additional responsibilities may include support of the site’s general safety and health programs such as ergonomics, construction management, general occupational safety, and emergency response.

Essential Qualifications:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in EHS, Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Strong experience in chemical, laboratory, and bio safety within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in EHS roles, particularly in laboratory and checmical safety delivery elements.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working in a team delivery environment.
• Proficient in general EHS management software and data analysis tools.

Attributes:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety practices.
• Adaptability to changing facility demands and environments.

Working Conditions:

• Position based in Wilson, North Carolina with limited remote work available.

At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional, and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit .

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.