Zoetis is a global animal health company dedicated to supporting customers and their businesses in ever better ways. Building on 65 years of experience, we deliver quality medicines and vaccines, complemented by diagnostic products and genetic tests and supported by a range of services. We are working every day to better understand and address the real-world challenges faced by those who raise and care for animals in ways they find truly relevant.

Our name, Zoetis (zō-EH-tis), has its root in zo, familiar in words such as zoo and zoology and derived from zoetic, meaning "pertaining to life." It signals our company's dedication to supporting the veterinarians and livestock producers everywhere who raise and care for the farm and companion animals on which we all depend on.

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Location - Richland, MI

Role Description

The Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Senior Associate will develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive EHS programs to ensure compliance with regulations, minimize environmental impact, and promote a safe and healthy environment for all employees, contingent workers, and guests.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Senior Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EHS management, with specific experience in farm operations and process engineering.

Responsibilities

EHS Program Development:

• Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs tailored to the specific needs of research and development activities, with a focus on farm operations.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS considerations into research and development projects.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay abreast of relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and standards.
• Manage permits, licenses, and reporting requirements related to environmental protection and workplace safety.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate environmental and occupational health risks.
• Develop emergency response plans and protocols to address potential incidents and ensure the safety of employees, visitors, and the surrounding community.

Engineering Support

• Working with other facilities engineers and 3rd-party solution providers, specify, evaluate, and/or recommend technical solution options for various process control, measurement, and sustainability improvements.
• Manage approved projects to implement desired outcomes, including management of the project budget, schedule, risks, acceptance criteria, and stake-holder communications.
• Design and implement engineering controls to enhance safety within a dynamic research and development environment.

Training and Education:

• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on EHS policies, procedures, and best practices.

Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor EHS performance metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses, implementing corrective and preventive actions as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering, occupational health and safety, or a related engineering/science discipline is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in EHS program management, ideally with direct experience in multiple of the following disciplines:
  • Farm operations
  • Biological safety
  • Chemical safety
  • Laboratory safety

• Strong understanding of environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, OSHA) and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders in a matrix environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful EHS programs and initiatives.
• The ability to use personal protection equipment including hearing protection, respiratory protection, and safety glasses.