EHS Specialist I
Lonza
Summary
The EHS Specialist I supports the implementation and maintenance of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. You will partner with employees, supervisors, and operational teams to promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace, reduce risk, and drive continuous improvement across site operations.
Job description
What you will do
- Support day-to-day EHS activities through routine floor presence and engagement with manufacturing teams.
- Assist with implementing and administering EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
- Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments and recommend corrective actions.
- Support incident reporting, investigations, root cause analyses, and action tracking.
- Monitor compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, local, and company requirements.
- Deliver EHS training and safety awareness programs for employees and contractors.
- Support environmental compliance activities, emergency preparedness, EHS reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- 1-3 years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in Biotechnology, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, or another regulated environment.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Ability to conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
- New Hampshire Certified Hazardous Waste Coordinator certification preferred; State of New Hampshire EHS certifications are a plus.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- 1-3 years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in Biotechnology, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, or another regulated environment.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Ability to conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
- New Hampshire Certified Hazardous Waste Coordinator certification preferred; State of New Hampshire EHS certifications are a plus.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development
- Collaborative work environment
- Supportive work environment
Company overview
Lonza is a pioneering global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a world leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing services. Founded in 1897 in Switzerland, the company has evolved into the first and original CDMO, now operating as one of the largest Western CDMO networks with approximately 19,000 employees across more than 30 sites spanning five continents. Lonza specializes in transforming therapeutic discoveries into life-saving and life-enhancing treatments for patients worldwide. The company's comprehensive services span from early development to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, covering established and emerging technologies including mammalian biologics, small molecules, highly potent APIs, bioconjugates, mRNA, microbial products, and cell and gene therapies. With a focus on cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing, Lonza serves a diverse customer base ranging from emerging biotechs to global pharmaceutical companies, delivering integrated solutions throughout the entire treatment lifecycle.