Environment, Health and Safety Senior Associate
- Employer
- Zoetis Spain SL
- Location
- Kalamazoo County, Michigan, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jun 11, 2021
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- Sector
- Academic / Research
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Sustainability
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Environment, Health and Safety Senior Associate
The Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Senior Associate will develop and maintain EHS
programs for Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research & Development (VMRD) in accordance with
federal, state, and local regulations and in accordance with Zoetis policies and guidelines. These programs are designed to minimize the impact of site operations on the surrounding
community and to ensure a safe, compliant workplace for the site's employees, contingent
workers and guests.
Job Responsibilities
o Monitor and investigate work areas, practices, and processes to identify and control potentially hazardous conditions, materials, and behaviors.
o Gather and/or research hazard and risk assessment data on materials, equipment and work
processes and implement measures to reduce risks and potential hazards in the workplace.
o Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and internal Zoetis EHS requirements
pertaining to all areas of assigned responsibility.
o Maintain awareness of emerging regulatory developments and proactively assess the impact on the site.
o Complete required and recommended training for the role and seek out additional training and best practices to improve program compliance and enhance program effectiveness.
o Effectively communicate and report the status and impact of EHS programs via training
sessions, meetings and presentations.
o Be highly engaged as a VMRD EHS Team member and be fully accountable for assigned team deliverables. Organize and prioritize work schedule to meet project and task deadlines.
o Provide instructor-led EHS-related training to employees and contingent workers. Contribute
to the creation of new or updated site-specific training content as required.
Required Qualifications
o Bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field, science discipline (biology or chemistry), engineering, or a similar technical discipline is required.
o Must have relevant experience and demonstratable knowledge in at least 3 of the following areas:
o Must have proven track record of good decision making and strong problem-solving skills.
o Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are critical for this position.
o Candidates must be able to manage emergency situations often under stressful conditions.
o The ability to use hearing, respiratory and eye protection is required.
Preferred Qualifications
o Experience implementing environmental sustainability programs is highly desired.
o EHS-specific experience working within a large, multi-faceted R&D laboratory environment is preferred.
o Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIH, CSP, PE, QEP) are highly desired.
Full timeRegularColleagueZoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.
Join Zoetis - and build your career with a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians, livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries.
Why Zoetis
Zoetis has more than 65+ years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that support the human-animal bond and help to ensure a safe and sustainable global food supply.
Our Purpose
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals as well as ensuring we focus on sustainability for our communities and planet. Hear from our colleagues from around the world as they share why they work at Zoetis and how their work contributes to our purpose.
Our Culture
Our Core Beliefs are at the foundation of our culture, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued and cared for and understand the important role we each play in embracing diversity, equity & inclusion to improve the quality of our innovation, collaboration and relationships
Opportunities at Zoetis
We invest in the development of our colleagues and offer exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry. We are committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues can learn and grow in their career. Supported by managers and the organization, colleagues are empowered to take on challenges and experiences that help them reach their career goals and aspirations. At Zoetis, we are shaping the future of animal health.
Results that Matter
Our colleague listen, understand and make relevant contributions to our industry by working together with our customers and addressing the unique real-world challenges they face. We take pride in our cooperative and high performing spirits.
The Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Senior Associate will develop and maintain EHS
programs for Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research & Development (VMRD) in accordance with
federal, state, and local regulations and in accordance with Zoetis policies and guidelines. These programs are designed to minimize the impact of site operations on the surrounding
community and to ensure a safe, compliant workplace for the site's employees, contingent
workers and guests.
Job Responsibilities
o Monitor and investigate work areas, practices, and processes to identify and control potentially hazardous conditions, materials, and behaviors.
o Gather and/or research hazard and risk assessment data on materials, equipment and work
processes and implement measures to reduce risks and potential hazards in the workplace.
o Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and internal Zoetis EHS requirements
pertaining to all areas of assigned responsibility.
o Maintain awareness of emerging regulatory developments and proactively assess the impact on the site.
o Complete required and recommended training for the role and seek out additional training and best practices to improve program compliance and enhance program effectiveness.
o Effectively communicate and report the status and impact of EHS programs via training
sessions, meetings and presentations.
o Be highly engaged as a VMRD EHS Team member and be fully accountable for assigned team deliverables. Organize and prioritize work schedule to meet project and task deadlines.
o Provide instructor-led EHS-related training to employees and contingent workers. Contribute
to the creation of new or updated site-specific training content as required.
Required Qualifications
o Bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field, science discipline (biology or chemistry), engineering, or a similar technical discipline is required.
o Must have relevant experience and demonstratable knowledge in at least 3 of the following areas:
- Radiological Safety
- Biological Safety
- Laboratory Safety
- Construction Safety, including fall protection, confined space entry, and powered industrial vehicles
- Waste Management
- Air Emissions Regulations
o Must have proven track record of good decision making and strong problem-solving skills.
o Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are critical for this position.
o Candidates must be able to manage emergency situations often under stressful conditions.
o The ability to use hearing, respiratory and eye protection is required.
Preferred Qualifications
o Experience implementing environmental sustainability programs is highly desired.
o EHS-specific experience working within a large, multi-faceted R&D laboratory environment is preferred.
o Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIH, CSP, PE, QEP) are highly desired.
Full timeRegularColleagueZoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.
Join Zoetis - and build your career with a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians, livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries.
Why Zoetis
Zoetis has more than 65+ years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that support the human-animal bond and help to ensure a safe and sustainable global food supply.
Our Purpose
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals as well as ensuring we focus on sustainability for our communities and planet. Hear from our colleagues from around the world as they share why they work at Zoetis and how their work contributes to our purpose.
Our Culture
Our Core Beliefs are at the foundation of our culture, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued and cared for and understand the important role we each play in embracing diversity, equity & inclusion to improve the quality of our innovation, collaboration and relationships
Opportunities at Zoetis
We invest in the development of our colleagues and offer exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry. We are committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues can learn and grow in their career. Supported by managers and the organization, colleagues are empowered to take on challenges and experiences that help them reach their career goals and aspirations. At Zoetis, we are shaping the future of animal health.
Results that Matter
Our colleague listen, understand and make relevant contributions to our industry by working together with our customers and addressing the unique real-world challenges they face. We take pride in our cooperative and high performing spirits.
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