About Inventprise
At Inventprise, developing innovative and widely available vaccines is in our DNA. By producing targeted vaccines for populations worldwide, we're addressing global health inequalities and empowering people to live healthy lives—no matter where they live. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, our goal is to deliver affordable, effective vaccines at large scale to Low and Middle-Income Countries, as well as populations in the U.S. and around the world. Inventprise is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are inspired to do their best work. We’re proud to have some of the world’s most qualified industry scientists, researchers, and manufacturing professionals on our team, and strive to create a vibrant, dynamic presence in the Washington State Life Sciences environment.
What the Role Offers - Senior Environmental Health and Safety Officer
The Senior Environmental Health and Safety Officer will compile and manage the safety program for multiple work sites. Standardize health and safety practices across all work sites. Perform regular safety audits and inspections of worksites. Perform job hazard analyses.
What You Need to Succeed
- Responsible for managing EHS programs that may include: chemical safety, biosafety, contractor safety, emergency preparedness, radioactive material management, office and lab ergonomics, environmental compliance, and general safety.
- Develop and implement EHS programs, procedures, or systems to meet the needs of a growing company.
- Determine all safety/environmental-related regulations and standards that apply to the operations.
- Ability to clearly communicate requirements to research staff and provide hands-on support to identify solutions as needed.
- Maintain records, reports, and correspondence using computer databases and other software programs.
- Schedule and conduct regular safety education and training programs for all staff. Create courses to address EHS needs.
- Participate in formal and informal safety inspections/audits to detect hazards and unsafe working conditions; follow up with recommendations for corrective measures & track completion.
- Investigation of accidents/injuries to determine cause and to prepare recommendations for prevention. Assist with worker’s compensation claims and risk management.
- Evaluate operations to identify potential hazards and mitigate them proactively. Collaborate with internal groups to ensure safety and compliance while enabling research.
- Remain technically competent and keep current in new developments within the industry.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships as a trusted resource to internal customers.
- Develop and prepare all required cGMP documentation required for safety programs.
- Maintain safety equipment supplies for spill clean-up and response.
- Manage the certification of respirator training and supplies.
- Order spill response materials and maintain the inventory of supplies.
Required Qualifications:
- EHS experience supporting research laboratories required, Pharmaceutical Industry experience preferred.
- Requires four-year degree (BA or BS) with coursework in safety, environmental protection, engineering or related field.
- Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills. Comfortable discussing requirements with all levels of organization.
- Proven problem solving and strategic thinking ability.
- EHS related certifications is a plus (CSP, CIH, CHMM).
Physical Demands:
- Adequate visual and mental acuity to maintain prolonged use of computer work.
- Multiple hours of standing, sitting, or walking when performing computer work.
Mental Demands:
- Self-directing, once training is successfully completed, but with the need to immediately elevate potential concerns/discrepancies to management in a timely fashion.
- Must maintain a professional demeanor in communicating with all Inventprise personnel.
- Ability to tackle various tasks and switch pace based on priorities.
Working Conditions:
- Onsite position in Redmond or Woodinville, WA. No remote or hybrid work is available for this position.
- Extended periods of time on the computer.
- Extended periods of time on your feet.
- Working in a warm environment wearing sterile gowning.
- Working with chemicals per standard operating procedure.
Estimated Base Salary: $90,000 - $107,000 / year DOE
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, or HSA: Inventprise contributes 80% toward the Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for the employee, and their enrolled spouse, and dependents. Medical plans are currently provided through Premera Blue Cross.
- 401(k) program: Inventprise offers both pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth retirement savings plans, letting you decide how you want to save for the future. We also make an employer contribution of 3% of your total earnings each pay period, regardless of whether you contribute.
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, in addition to paid holidays.
- Stock & Bonus Plans: Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus and Stock plans.
Our People-First Philosophy
At Inventprise, you’ll be part of a world-class team working on innovative vaccines and technologies that have global impact. Our people are an integral part of our strategy, allowing us to grow as a company and improve our performance year-over-year.
Our company was built on the belief that by working together, we have the ability to make the world a better place and improve lives. We have a growth mindset and are constantly looking for ways to enhance our contributions to improve global health. We believe that when we support each other and set high standards, we are able to do our best work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Inventprise is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law
