What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at Orano and Careers?
- Regular/Permanent
- USA / Indiana
- In Office
Welcome to Orano
Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Job description
Orano Med is seeking a detail-oriented EHS Specialist for radiopharmaceutical manufacturing at ATLab Indianapolis (“ATLab IND”), a new facility for commercial-scale manufacturing of sterile therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.
The EHS Specialist will be responsible for supporting safe, compliant, and efficient radiopharmaceutical manufacturing operations by implementing, monitoring, and improving Environmental Health & Safety programs. This role ensures compliance with NRC, FDA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state regulations, while fostering a strong safety culture in a highly regulated GMP environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training tailored to radiopharmaceutical production.
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Monitor radiation safety programs, including dosimetry, contamination surveys, exposure tracking, and waste management.
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Support Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) activities and assist with maintaining compliance with RAM license conditions.
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Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses; recommend corrective and preventive actions.
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Oversee proper handling, storage, transport, and disposal of radioactive and hazardous materials in accordance with NRC, DOT, and EPA requirements.
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Investigate EHS incidents, near misses, and deviations, document findings and lead root cause analysis.
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Partner with Quality, Operations, and Engineering to ensure compliance with FDA cGMP and ALARA principles.
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Maintain records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies (NRC, OSHA, EPA, state regulators).
- Provide EHS training and mentorship to manufacturing staff to promote a culture of continuous safety improvement.
Schedule
Monday through Thursday: 10:00AM-8:30PM
Our Full-Time Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
- Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
- Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
- Numerous Training and Development opportunities
- and more…
Ideal qualifications
Qualifications Required
Education
- High school diploma (or equivalent) with 4 years of experience in radiopharmaceutical operations; AU or RSO training preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field, with at least 1 year of relevant industry experience.
Experience
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting (radiopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical preferred).
Work Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, and standard business communication tools (e.g., Microsoft Outlook).
- Ability to prioritize and manage a high volume of complex activities with rapidly changing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to meticulously compare details in multi-page documents while managing urgent safety concerns.
- Demonstrated team participation with leadership behaviors is preferred.
Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.