BioSpace
Director Environmental Health and Safety
Location: Brooklyn Park, MN
Base Salary Range: $174,500.00 - $274,230.00
Job Description As the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, you will direct and oversee the comprehensive EHS program for the site. You will develop strategic plans that support continuous improvement in EHS culture and performance. As the management representative for EHS, the Director provides guidance, influencing employees at all levels in environment, health, and safety standards. You will oversee our EHS management systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, permits, and internal requirements. As a key member of the site's leadership team, the Director collaborates with peers to foster an organization-wide culture of EHS excellence. Additionally, the Director directs and supports the work of EHS professionals at the site, and for developing a high‑performing team culture within the EHS department. You will report into the Site Head.
How You Will Contribute
Manage development and implementation of strong environmental, health and safety programs according to legal, regulatory, corporate requirements and industry best practice.
Support business growth by managing permit revisions and new regulatory requirements; assess new projects/processes for impact on safety and health of employees.
Manage and oversee the occupational health program on‑site, including case management and appropriate interfaces with corporate, HR and legal.
Define the site emergency response procedures to assure preparedness and organized management of crisis situations.
Ensure improvement through implementation of the Takeda EHS management system, facilitating risk assessments, setting targets, and monitoring performance.
Champion and support resource conservation initiatives in cooperation with facilities and engineering.
Lead and direct the EHS team at the site.
Develop a strong safety culture across the site, ensuring all incidents are reported, investigated, and corrective actions implemented.
Responsible for creating and managing the EHS budget and long‑range plan.
Represent the site in Corporate EHS initiatives.
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Environmental, Safety or related field (M.S. preferred).
Minimum of 7+ years of experience.
In-depth knowledge of US EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations; experience with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 management systems.
Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or other high‑hazard industry (oil & gas, pulp & paper, chemical manufacturing, steel, etc.).
Ability to make decisions about complex EHS situations and topics when the solution is not clear.
Experience directing a team of EHS professionals.
Experience creating and managing a budget.
Ability to create presentations for Senior Executives.
Demonstrated ability to simplify complex issues and prioritize resources.
Takeda Compensation And Benefits Summary We are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive for transparency in pay practices. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, as well as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, company holidays, and well‑being benefits. U.S. employees may receive up to 80 hours of sick time and, for new hires, up to 120 hours of paid vacation annually.
Worker Type: Employee
Time Type: Full time
EEO Statement Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
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Base Salary Range: $174,500.00 - $274,230.00
Job Description As the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, you will direct and oversee the comprehensive EHS program for the site. You will develop strategic plans that support continuous improvement in EHS culture and performance. As the management representative for EHS, the Director provides guidance, influencing employees at all levels in environment, health, and safety standards. You will oversee our EHS management systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, permits, and internal requirements. As a key member of the site's leadership team, the Director collaborates with peers to foster an organization-wide culture of EHS excellence. Additionally, the Director directs and supports the work of EHS professionals at the site, and for developing a high‑performing team culture within the EHS department. You will report into the Site Head.
How You Will Contribute
Manage development and implementation of strong environmental, health and safety programs according to legal, regulatory, corporate requirements and industry best practice.
Support business growth by managing permit revisions and new regulatory requirements; assess new projects/processes for impact on safety and health of employees.
Manage and oversee the occupational health program on‑site, including case management and appropriate interfaces with corporate, HR and legal.
Define the site emergency response procedures to assure preparedness and organized management of crisis situations.
Ensure improvement through implementation of the Takeda EHS management system, facilitating risk assessments, setting targets, and monitoring performance.
Champion and support resource conservation initiatives in cooperation with facilities and engineering.
Lead and direct the EHS team at the site.
Develop a strong safety culture across the site, ensuring all incidents are reported, investigated, and corrective actions implemented.
Responsible for creating and managing the EHS budget and long‑range plan.
Represent the site in Corporate EHS initiatives.
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Environmental, Safety or related field (M.S. preferred).
Minimum of 7+ years of experience.
In-depth knowledge of US EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations; experience with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 management systems.
Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or other high‑hazard industry (oil & gas, pulp & paper, chemical manufacturing, steel, etc.).
Ability to make decisions about complex EHS situations and topics when the solution is not clear.
Experience directing a team of EHS professionals.
Experience creating and managing a budget.
Ability to create presentations for Senior Executives.
Demonstrated ability to simplify complex issues and prioritize resources.
Takeda Compensation And Benefits Summary We are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive for transparency in pay practices. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, as well as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, company holidays, and well‑being benefits. U.S. employees may receive up to 80 hours of sick time and, for new hires, up to 120 hours of paid vacation annually.
Worker Type: Employee
Time Type: Full time
EEO Statement Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
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