What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety, Health, and Environment Specialist position at BioNTech AG?
Gaithersburg, US | full time | Job ID: 11799
About the role:
As a Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Specialist at BioNTech’s Gaithersburg facility, you will play a pivotal role in implementing and continuously improving SHE programs that ensure safe and sustainable operations. Working closely with site leadership, the US SHE team, and the Global SHE organization, your contributions will directly support BioNTech’s mission to advance medicine responsibly and effectively. You’ll be part of a dynamic environment where collaboration drives innovation in safety and health practices.
In this hands-on role, you’ll lead initiatives such as workplace inspections, risk assessments, training programs, and emergency preparedness activities. Your work will not only impact day-to-day operations but also contribute to U.S.-wide SHE programs and compliance efforts aligned with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. Imagine yourself as an advocate for BioNTech’s safety culture while influencing meaningful improvements across multiple facilities.
Your contribution:
- Execute and enhance SHE programs focusing on occupational safety, chemical management, environmental compliance, and ergonomics
- Conduct workplace inspections, audits, risk assessments; ensure timely corrective actions
- Lead incident investigations including root cause analysis and tracking corrective measures
- Coordinate SHE training sessions while fostering employee engagement in safety initiatives
- Support emergency preparedness activities such as drills and response team functions
- Maintain compliance records including permits, documentation, performance metrics
- Collaborate on U.S.-wide SHE initiatives including contractor safety and management system audits
A good match:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related scientific disciplines like Environmental Science or Industrial Hygiene
- Relevant experience (3–6 years) in regulated environments such as pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations alongside environmental compliance expertise
- Skilled in conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with SHE management systems is a plus
- Effective communicator with strong organizational skills for handling dynamic priorities
Preferred qualifications include experience with ISO 14001/ISO 45001 standards or certifications like ASP or CHMM. If you thrive in cross-functional teams and are passionate about fostering safer workplaces while driving impactful change across BioNTech facilities—this role is for you.
Your benefits and remuneration:
Expected Pay Range: $85,700year to $137,100/year benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30 hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
- Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
- Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
- Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
- 401(K) Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
- Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
- Professional Development Programs
- Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
- Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance
…and more! More details to be shared.
Located in the BioHealth Capital Region near Washington DC and ranked among the top biopharma hubs in the country, Gaithersburg, Maryland offers a unique and diverse cluster across industry, government, and academia for top talent and scientific innovation. As a pivotal player within the life sciences community, Gaithersburg is distinguished by its robust infrastructure and strategic location near the nation’s capital. The city’s strategic significance is amplified by its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities that cater to the rigorous demands of the life sciences industry; Gaithersburg’s manufacturing sector is defined by advanced technologies and complies with the most stringent regulatory standards, ensuring the production of high-quality pharmaceuticals, biologics, and medical devices. In the coming years, Gaithersburg will continue to be a vital contributor to the future of medical science and technology.
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Benefits:
Maternity & Paternity Leave, Work From Home, 401K PlanSalary : $85,700 - $137,100