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Safety and Occupational Health Manager - Summit West, NJ

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Safety And Occupational Health Manager - Summit West, NJ

Attention Military Affiliated Job Seekers - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to 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 recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. 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. At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Safety & Occupational Health (S&OH) Manager with a strong background in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industries to lead and enhance our site-wide S&OH programs. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned S&OH generalist with proven expertise in S&OH risk assessment, high hazard work, investigations and regulatory compliance. A key focus will be on EHS database management, metrics development and reporting, and producing high-quality presentations to support leadership decision-making. Shift Available: Monday - Friday, Onsite Day Shift, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Responsibilities:

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of S&OH programs to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, ISO, cGMP). Serve as the site lead for EHS data management systems, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting of key metrics and performance indicators. Analyze S&OH performance data to identify trends, create dashboards, and present actionable insights to leadership. Develop and deliver clear and impactful PowerPoint presentations for senior management, regulatory inspections, and internal communications. Conduct comprehensive S&OH risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing mitigation strategies across laboratory, manufacturing, and R&D operations. Lead and/or support the investigation of S&OH incidents, near misses, and non-compliance issues, drive root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Serve as a trusted coach and mentor to S&OH team members, operational staff, and site leaders to foster a strong safety culture. Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Facilities, HR, R&D, and Manufacturing to integrate S&OH into all business operations. Maintain and enhance site preparedness for emergencies, hazardous material handling, and waste management in alignment with best practices and industry standards. Support external audits, inspections, and regulatory visits as the site's S&OH representative. Knowledge & Skills:

Demonstrated expertise in EHS data systems (e.g., Enablon, Velocity S&OH, ETQ, SAP S&OH, Intelex, or similar platforms). Proficiency in creating and delivering executive-level presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Strong working knowledge of Safety & Occupational Health regulations and industry standards applicable to life sciences operations. Proven track record as an Safety & Occupational Health generalist with hands-on experience in high hazard work, risk mitigation, and investigations. Experience in leading and coaching teams and building collaborative relationships at all levels of the organization. Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM are preferred.