What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at Calsoft Labs?
Job Description
Job Description
Market rate ideally under
- hour
- Onsite
- 5 days a week. Preference for candidates within one hour of Thousand Oaks. NO RELOCATION CANDIDATES.
Duration : 1-year contract
Prioritizing candidates with industrial safety experience and a willingness to be onsite as needed
Ideal candidate : Safety Experience, OSHA safety experience (or OSHA 8-hour class), Risk assessments & job hazard assessments
Technical Skills : Knowledge of chemical and biological manufacturing, Familiarity with organizational safety programs, Candidates with 2-3 years of experience, preferably in pharmaceutical / biotech environments
Education & Experience : Bachelor s degree with at least 2-3 years of experience
Industrial safety background, not just department safety reps
Nice-to-Have Qualifications : Priv experience
Degree in Occupational Safety (e.g., from CSUN),
Experience with risk management and regulatory compliance
Job Summary :
We are looking for an experienced professional in the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) group to lead safety and health programs at our Thousand Oaks location. The successful candidate will :
Be responsible for the continuous improvement of safety programs across the Thousand Oaks campus
Assist in developing and implementing a safety and health strategy across the Thousand Oaks campus
Have a strong understanding of EHS disciplines and be able to support clients with input from other EHS and site subject matter experts
Provide expert level assessment support across the campus
Primary responsibilities include :
Assisting with development, advancement and implementation of the safety and health programs and strategy across the Thousand Oaks campus
Advancing core safety and health programs to manage EHS risks including, but not limited to, contractor and industrial safety, environmental compliance, process safety and industrial hygiene.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills; have a strong understanding of safety principles and a proven track record in maturing programs and processes. The position requires the ability to collaborate cross functionally and to influence management across many functions.
Basic Qualifications :
EHS bachelor s degree and 3 years of experience in EHS supporting safety and health programs
Knowledgeable in chemical and biological manufacturing and laboratory operations
Familiar with the hierarchy of controls, Safety Data Sheets, and monitoring equipment
Strong leadership and team building skills
Process driven and action-oriented, with a strong Operational Excellence mindset
Self-starting with program development and project management experience
Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
Strong technical writing skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software systems
Preferred Qualifications :
5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical / biotech industry leading industrial programs
Experience implementing and supporting safety and health programs
Proficient in conducting risk assessments and developing sampling strategies
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and influence management
Strong verbal & written communication skills, ability to effectively communicate cross functionally
