Bristol Myers Squibb
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Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job, but at Bristol Myers Squibb they are everything else but ordinary. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day in every department. From optimizing a production line to breakthroughs in cell therapy, this work transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it. You’ll grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high‑achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb values balance and flexibility. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us
Position Summary The Director, Industrial Hygiene is a key member of the BMS Safety Center of Excellence (S‑CoE). The role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our corporate industrial hygiene programs across the global network, ensuring compliance with BMS standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, aligned to company goals. At BMS, industrial hygiene programs identify, evaluate, and control environmental factors that may lead to injury or illness, covering Air Contaminants, Chemical Exposure, Physical Hazards, Ergonomics, and Biosafety. Reporting to the Executive Director, GPS EHS and S‑CoE, the Director partners with S‑CoE colleagues, senior leadership, global/site teams, and operational departments to uphold the highest standards of industrial hygiene, safety, and compliance across the company’s global footprint.
Key Responsibilities
Global Strategy – Develop and lead the global strategy for industrial hygiene, ensuring alignment with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
Program Development & Deployment – Lead implementation of holistic, corporate‑wide programs and plans for Industrial Hygiene (incl. Biosafety, Ergonomics, Radiation Safety, etc.), ensuring suitable programs to manage risk, control exposure, and verify compliance while fostering continuous improvement.
Risk Management – Establish systems, programs, and policies for identifying, assessing, and managing exposure to hazardous chemicals and biological materials, providing a robust, scientifically‑sound health hazard assessment framework.
Expertise and Guidance – Maintain subject matter mastery and current industry knowledge, providing technical expertise to business units, manufacturing sites, R&D laboratories, and global project teams.
Leadership & Engagement – Build relationships with senior leadership, business units, sites, and functional teams, interpreting and advising on industrial hygiene issues to drive decision‑making and performance.
Collaboration – Work with site EHS, Engineering, Facilities, and operations staff to design and implement controls that reduce exposure and ensure containment while enhancing operational efficiency. Leverage industry partnerships to drive innovation.
Training & Development – Define resources and competencies, develop and deliver training programs, build communities of practice, and mentor professionals.
Data and Digital Tools – Select and utilize data and digital tools to manage IH risks, monitor performance, and share information.
Metrics – Develop leading and lagging metrics to monitor performance and proactively address deficiencies.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Toxicology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in Industrial Hygiene, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing global or multi‑regional IH programs, preferably in pharma, biotech, or life‑science sectors.
Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Biological Safety Professional, or equivalent.
Demonstrated success in implementing global IH programs that reduce incidents and improve safety performance.
Proven experience leading within a large, complex organization with multiple regions and diverse operations.
Skills & Key Competencies
Leadership & Influence – Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire others at all levels.
Strategic Thinking – Capability to support long‑term strategy while maintaining day‑to‑day operational focus.
Innovation – Proven track record of developing and implementing innovative, scalable solutions.
Technical Expertise – Expert knowledge in Industrial Hygiene, Biosafety, and Ergonomics.
Risk Management – Expertise in identifying and managing risks across various sectors and operational environments.
Communication & Collaboration – Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
Problem Solving – Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, driving data‑based safety improvements.
Agility – Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities.
Continuous Improvement – Passion for innovation and continuous improvement, focused on outcomes.
Travel – Willingness to travel globally as needed (up to 30% of time).
Compensation Overview
Devens – MA – US $197,230 – $239,001
New Brunswick – NJ – US $179,300 – $217,268
Princeton – NJ – US $179,300 – $217,268
The starting compensation range(s) listed above are for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available based on eligibility. Final individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Benefits
Health Coverage – Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support – Programs such as the BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well‑being – 401(k), disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work‑life Benefits
Paid Time Off – Exempt employees have flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval) and 11 paid national holidays (except specific locations). Non‑exempt and hourly employees have 160 hours annual paid vacation, 11 national holidays, and optional holidays.
Additional Time Off – Unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs, and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Global Shutdown – All global employees who are actively employed and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible.
Summer Hours Program – Applicable to U.S. office‑based employees; not available for field sales, manufacturing, or certain safety‑center teams. Eligibility disclosure provided in policy.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life‑Changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™,” every BMS employee plays an integral role beyond ordinary work. We empower individuals to apply their talents in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials and embodying passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity.
On‑site Protocol BMS determines occupancy structure (site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based, remote‑by‑design). Site‑essential roles require 100% onsite shifts. Site‑by‑design roles may be eligible for a hybrid model with at least 50% onsite. Field‑based and remote‑by‑design roles require essential travel and attendance at meetings.
Supporting People With Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations, and ongoing support. Requests for accommodations should be directed to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Full EEO statement available at careers.bms.com/eeo‑accessibility.
Candidate Rights BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws. If you expect to work from Los Angeles County, consult the page for additional information at https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/.
Data Protection We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during the application or recruitment process. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/fraud‑protection. Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
If the posting is missing required information or is incorrect, contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Provide the Job Title and Requisition number for review. Applications should not be directed to this email; status inquiries should use Chat with Ripley. R1596740 Director, Industrial Hygiene.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Join to apply for the Director, Industrial Hygiene role at Bristol Myers Squibb. Recent applicants have had a strong interest, with a call to be among the first 25.
Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job, but at Bristol Myers Squibb they are everything else but ordinary. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day in every department. From optimizing a production line to breakthroughs in cell therapy, this work transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it. You’ll grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high‑achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb values balance and flexibility. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us
Position Summary The Director, Industrial Hygiene is a key member of the BMS Safety Center of Excellence (S‑CoE). The role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our corporate industrial hygiene programs across the global network, ensuring compliance with BMS standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, aligned to company goals. At BMS, industrial hygiene programs identify, evaluate, and control environmental factors that may lead to injury or illness, covering Air Contaminants, Chemical Exposure, Physical Hazards, Ergonomics, and Biosafety. Reporting to the Executive Director, GPS EHS and S‑CoE, the Director partners with S‑CoE colleagues, senior leadership, global/site teams, and operational departments to uphold the highest standards of industrial hygiene, safety, and compliance across the company’s global footprint.
Key Responsibilities
Global Strategy – Develop and lead the global strategy for industrial hygiene, ensuring alignment with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
Program Development & Deployment – Lead implementation of holistic, corporate‑wide programs and plans for Industrial Hygiene (incl. Biosafety, Ergonomics, Radiation Safety, etc.), ensuring suitable programs to manage risk, control exposure, and verify compliance while fostering continuous improvement.
Risk Management – Establish systems, programs, and policies for identifying, assessing, and managing exposure to hazardous chemicals and biological materials, providing a robust, scientifically‑sound health hazard assessment framework.
Expertise and Guidance – Maintain subject matter mastery and current industry knowledge, providing technical expertise to business units, manufacturing sites, R&D laboratories, and global project teams.
Leadership & Engagement – Build relationships with senior leadership, business units, sites, and functional teams, interpreting and advising on industrial hygiene issues to drive decision‑making and performance.
Collaboration – Work with site EHS, Engineering, Facilities, and operations staff to design and implement controls that reduce exposure and ensure containment while enhancing operational efficiency. Leverage industry partnerships to drive innovation.
Training & Development – Define resources and competencies, develop and deliver training programs, build communities of practice, and mentor professionals.
Data and Digital Tools – Select and utilize data and digital tools to manage IH risks, monitor performance, and share information.
Metrics – Develop leading and lagging metrics to monitor performance and proactively address deficiencies.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Toxicology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in Industrial Hygiene, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing global or multi‑regional IH programs, preferably in pharma, biotech, or life‑science sectors.
Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Biological Safety Professional, or equivalent.
Demonstrated success in implementing global IH programs that reduce incidents and improve safety performance.
Proven experience leading within a large, complex organization with multiple regions and diverse operations.
Skills & Key Competencies
Leadership & Influence – Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire others at all levels.
Strategic Thinking – Capability to support long‑term strategy while maintaining day‑to‑day operational focus.
Innovation – Proven track record of developing and implementing innovative, scalable solutions.
Technical Expertise – Expert knowledge in Industrial Hygiene, Biosafety, and Ergonomics.
Risk Management – Expertise in identifying and managing risks across various sectors and operational environments.
Communication & Collaboration – Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
Problem Solving – Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, driving data‑based safety improvements.
Agility – Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities.
Continuous Improvement – Passion for innovation and continuous improvement, focused on outcomes.
Travel – Willingness to travel globally as needed (up to 30% of time).
Compensation Overview
Devens – MA – US $197,230 – $239,001
New Brunswick – NJ – US $179,300 – $217,268
Princeton – NJ – US $179,300 – $217,268
The starting compensation range(s) listed above are for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available based on eligibility. Final individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Benefits
Health Coverage – Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support – Programs such as the BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well‑being – 401(k), disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work‑life Benefits
Paid Time Off – Exempt employees have flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval) and 11 paid national holidays (except specific locations). Non‑exempt and hourly employees have 160 hours annual paid vacation, 11 national holidays, and optional holidays.
Additional Time Off – Unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs, and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Global Shutdown – All global employees who are actively employed and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible.
Summer Hours Program – Applicable to U.S. office‑based employees; not available for field sales, manufacturing, or certain safety‑center teams. Eligibility disclosure provided in policy.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life‑Changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™,” every BMS employee plays an integral role beyond ordinary work. We empower individuals to apply their talents in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials and embodying passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity.
On‑site Protocol BMS determines occupancy structure (site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based, remote‑by‑design). Site‑essential roles require 100% onsite shifts. Site‑by‑design roles may be eligible for a hybrid model with at least 50% onsite. Field‑based and remote‑by‑design roles require essential travel and attendance at meetings.
Supporting People With Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations, and ongoing support. Requests for accommodations should be directed to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Full EEO statement available at careers.bms.com/eeo‑accessibility.
Candidate Rights BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws. If you expect to work from Los Angeles County, consult the page for additional information at https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/.
Data Protection We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during the application or recruitment process. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/fraud‑protection. Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
If the posting is missing required information or is incorrect, contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Provide the Job Title and Requisition number for review. Applications should not be directed to this email; status inquiries should use Chat with Ripley. R1596740 Director, Industrial Hygiene.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bristol Myers Squibb by 2×.
Get notified about new Industrial Director jobs in
Devens, MA .
#J-18808-Ljbffr