EHS Sr Manager

Kedrion Biopharma Inc. is an international company that collects and fractionates blood plasma to produce and distribute plasma-derived therapeutic products for us in treating and preventing serious diseases, disorders and conditions such as Hemophilia, Primary Immune System Deficiencies and Rh-Sensitization.

Job Summary

Lead safety excellence in a cutting-edge biopharmaceutical environment. Kedrion Biopharma is seeking an EH&S Senior Manager to drive environmental, health, and safety strategy at our FDA-regulated manufacturing site. This role is critical in building a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting our people while supporting life-saving therapies distributed globally.

What You'll Do

• Own and manage the site Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) management system (ISO 45001) in alignment with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and New York regulations
• Drive a proactive safety culture by partnering with cross-functional teams and ensuring accountability across the organization
• Provide expert EHS guidance to site leadership to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Evaluate facility conditions, conduct risk assessments, and implement corrective action plans aligned with industry standards
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance EHS performance and programs
• Develop and track key safety performance indicators, communicating results to stakeholders
• Design and deliver safety training programs, including industrial hygiene, occupational health, and regulatory compliance
• Oversee waste management reporting and environmental compliance documentation
• Conduct routine safety walk-throughs and collaborate with the plant safety committee to identify and mitigate risks
• Manage contractor safety programs, ensuring proper documentation, insurance, and adherence to site requirements
• Develop and maintain site procedures to comply with federal, state, and local EHS regulations
• Conduct job hazard analyses and exposure assessments related to chemicals and physical hazards
• Lead regulatory inspections, audits, and responses to agency inquiries
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS) compliance
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Oversee environmental permits and compliance programs for air, water, waste, and chemical storage
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and coordination with external responders
• Partner with HR and third-party providers on workplace incident investigations and safety improvements
  
  

Qualifications And Need-to-know

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, FDA, GMP) and experience working with regulatory agencies
• Experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred
• Proven leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to support sensitive investigations involving personnel or assets
• Willingness to travel up to 10%, including occasional overnight travel
  
  

Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Kedrion Biopharma Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment terms, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Please note that salary ranges are calculated based off levels of: relevant experience, education, and certifications.

Kedrion Biopharma Inc. offers numerous benefits to our qualifying employees, including:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• PTO accrual
• and much more!
  
  

Please let us know if you would like further details regarding the benefits that we offer to our qualifying employees, and we would be glad to provide you with our full benefits guide, as well as answering any questions you may have!

If you require assistance with your employment application or need reasonable accommodations to perform job duties, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at kedtalent@kedrion.com.

Kedrion Biopharma Inc. participates in E-Verify and provides the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm employment authorization. For more information, please contact the Department of Homeland Security.