EHS Manager (GMP experience )

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced EHS Manager to lead and oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across our pharmaceutical operations in Chantilly and Manassas, Virginia. This role is responsible for ensuring full regulatory compliance, minimizing risk, and driving a strong safety culture across both sites.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all EHS programs for the Chantilly and Manassas manufacturing sites

Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, and site-specific safety plans.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, EPA, GMP, and applicable state and local regulations

Lead site risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and safety audits

Investigate incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Oversee chemical safety, hazardous material handling, waste management, and emergency response programs

Plan and deliver safety training for employees, contractors, and visitors

Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics; recommend improvement initiatives

Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections, audits, and external agencies

Partner with operations, quality, and engineering teams to integrate safety into daily activities and project.

Support GMP environments by ensuring safe manufacturing practices without compromising product quality

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.

Minimum 5-7 years of EHS or safety management experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment.

Strong working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, GMP, EPA, and industrial safety regulations.

Experience managing multi-site operations preferred.

Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, NEBOSH, or equivalent strongly preferred.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to travel regularly between Chantilly and Manassas sites.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunity to lead safety programs across multiple pharmaceutical sites.

Collaborative, quality-driven work environment.

Career growth and long-term stability.