Associate Director, Employee Health and Safety

8 hours ago

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Vericel Corporation Full time
Job Summary

This role will be a key member of the Operations Management team at Vericel Corporation, a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets. The Associate Director, Employee Health and Safety will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining site safety and security programs, as well as serving as the Biosafety Officer and Chemical Hygiene Officer. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Environmental, Health and Safety, with experience in program management in an FDA-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate current facility and EH&S conditions, assess risks, and implement corrective-action plans and policies to improve regulatory compliance and meet industry standards.
  • Lead and provide EH&S guidance and compliance support to site management to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements for both the Cambridge and Burlington facilities.
  • Drive continuous improvements in EH&S performance and programs.
  • Conduct accident investigations and prepare reports identifying possible accident causes and hazards.
  • Plan and implement training for employees in work site safety practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Prepare and maintain environmental summaries, training reports, regulatory summaries, filings, and reporting requirements.
  • Establish and oversee a cross-functional safety committee, schedule regular meetings, maintain minutes, and manage action item follow-up.
  • Manage reporting requirements for waste removal and effluent.
  • Perform safety surveys and inspections, prepare written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.
  • Plan, develop, implement, and manage site procedures for adhering to local, state, and federal EH&S regulations.
  • Identify, implement, and manage third-party service providers for EH&S services.
  • Advise design teams on requirements for new construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable EH&S laws.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in health and safety or a related scientific field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in Environmental, Health and Safety, with 5 years of program management experience in an FDA-regulated environment.
  • Must have in-depth knowledge of United States and Massachusetts EH&S regulations and standards.
  • Leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, and regulatory representatives.
  • Experience with electronic security systems and authoring security policies.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience developing or supporting a behavioral-based safety program.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification or Operational Excellence experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead or facilitate large projects.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.

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