Thermo Fisher

Senior Manager, EHS - Environmental Program Leader

Waltham, Massachusetts, USA Full time

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Senior Manager, EHS - Leader of Environmental Programs

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Senior Manager, EHS - Environmental Program Leader, where you'll be instrumental in upholding environmental compliance within our Life Sciences Business. Lead and support site Operations and EHS leaders, promoting a culture of responsibility and ongoing enhancement.

What will you do?

  • Provide leadership and oversight of environmental compliance programs, offering technical expertise in air pollution, waste, wastewater, remediation, and other compliance areas.
  • Develop and implement strategies for systematically managing and reducing environmental hazards and business interruption risks.
  • Lead investigations into significant environmental incidents.
  • Apply Lean Principles to drive continuous improvement in environmental compliance and performance.
  • Stay informed of pending regulatory developments and advise business leadership accordingly.
  • Offer technical consultation, mentorship, and oversight for all environmental regulatory compliance and remediation activities.
  • Support and improve the Life Sciences EHS Management System, participating in peer reviews and developing programs to meet business needs.

How will you get here?

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Science, Engineering, or Risk Management. A Master's degree or equivalent experience is advantageous.

Experience

  • Ten years of broad-based EHS experience, with 4-8 years in project management.
  • Proven EHS regulatory compliance experience in air, water, and waste, including program development, reporting, auditing, and training.
  • Experience in developing and implementing division-wide programs and prioritizing resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to build trust and inspire change.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Effective communicator with clear verbal and written skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office.
  • Technical and practical knowledge of biotechnology, R&D, and/or manufacturing is highly recommended.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle competing requests.
  • Demonstrated ability to use data for goal-setting and achieving results.
  • Experienced in using lean problem-solving tools like Kaizen and Six Sigma.

Desired Profile

  • Motivated and focused.
  • Capable of mentoring experienced team members while willing to engage hands-on.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $130,000.00–$194,950.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards