What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health, Safety & Environment Specialist position at Argenta?
At Argenta we have a passion for what we do, and we relish a challenge.
About us
We are in the animal health business, partnering with our clients in the areas of Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing to produce pharmaceuticals for both farm and companion animals. Originally founded in 2006 by a New Zealand chemist with an entrepreneurial mindset, Argenta’s vision is “Healthier Animals, Sustainably”. Our recipe for success has been our uniqueness in our vision and our people. Argenta now has operations across the globe with locations in New Zealand, the United States, Scotland, Germany, and Spain with 900 employees globally.
Argenta is looking for an experienced Health, Safety & Environment Specialist to join our Americas CRO team.
The Health, Safety & Environment Specialist will work on site at our Argenta, Shawnee facility located in Shawnee, KS.
The HSE Specialist adds value through the following responsibilities:
- Support day to day management & administration of the Health, Safety & Environment Management System.
- Implementation & ongoing management of HSE systems as required by the business. Including participating in internal & external audits & the management review process.
- Support and lead HSE driven projects as directed by manager and site leadership team.
- Development, implementation & ongoing management of HSE specific documentation.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge and influence development of, relevant HSE legislative and corporate requirements across the business.
- Support Health, Safety & Environmental work control and hazard management processes appropriate to the Company’s business needs.
- Support contractor and visitor management HSE processes and systems.
- Help to foster a positive safety culture throughout all levels of the business.
- Develop HSE communications, emphasizing ‘best practice’.
Health, Safety & Environment Specialist requirements:
- Associate's Degree in related field or relevant experience preferred
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in a GMP regulated industry
- Strong understanding of safety and industrial hygiene practices, including process evaluation, air sampling and noise monitoring
- Working knowledge and understanding of factory processes and technology
- Work well with others
- Good communication skills both written and oral, and ability to work collaboratively
- Strong aptitude for technical learning, learn new skills and knowledge
- Defines and plans priorities well. Comfortable balancing shifting priorities as required to meet business needs
Why us?
Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued. At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through strong culture, great benefits, and opportunity for growth.
For more information visit us at www.argentaglobal.com
