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Protecting the world’s food supply and animal health is a Mission that Matters! Want to lead EHS in the largest, newest, and some of the coolest biotech operations in Neogen? If you are top tier EHS professional and ready to use your safety and environmental skills to join a team that values you and your abilities, this may be the opportunity for you!

The Senior EHS Manager - Lansing Operations, is a strategic and operational leader for all Environmental, Health, & Safety programs across Neogen’s Lansing Operations; The campus consists of multiple locations across Lansing, MI, including: Manufacturing, Distribution, R&D, Laboratory, Machining, and the HQ administrative offices.

Reporting to the Senior Director - Global EHS Operations, this role is responsible for driving BOTH Safety AND Environmental compliance programs (e.g., air emissions, wastewater, & stormwater permits, as well as managing all hazardous and regulated wastes, and compliance, while providing expertise across all EHS domains and operational areas. This leader will Simplify, Standardize and Sustain all EHS solutions across the campus by collaborating with operational stakeholders and other OneEHS team members; The Senior EHS Leader will serve as the subject-matter technical expert for all EHS compliance and program execution needs.

As the Senior EHS Manager, your responsibilities and deliverables will include:

Develop and execute a strategic EHS and Risk Control plan for all Lansing Operations.
Own and provide oversight and governance of multi-site level EHS programs, with a strong focus on environmental domains such as air emission permits, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous and regulated waste, EPCRA, and SPCC compliance.
Act as a strategic partner to the EHS Governance function, integrating EHS considerations into lab operations, manufacturing processes, and high-risk activities.
Serve as a trusted EHS advisor to site senior leadership and cross-functional teams, providing guidance on complex risk management and regulatory compliance matters.
Collaborate with Facilities & Engineering during capital projects, and manufacturing operations to integrate EHS into site operations and project planning.
Lead the development and deployment of innovative EHS solutions, leveraging data analytics to identify trends and drive data-informed decision-making.
Oversee the management of change (MOC) process for operational and infrastructure changes, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.
Develop and maintain site-specific environmental management plans, ensuring timely reporting, permitting, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Lead investigations into complex environmental and safety incidents, utilizing root cause analysis methodologies to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Implement global EHS standards ensuring compliance excellence across Lansing operations.
Deliver compliance strategies for all Safety & Environmental needs
Drive Management of Change programs
Identify Industrial Hygiene needs and solutions while working with EHS Governance teams.
Drive Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for assigned programs and ensure alignment with ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 standards.

Core EHS Program Responsibilities:

Exposure Control: Launch and assist in auditing the Neogen Global Exposure Control programs, including, but not limited to, IH sampling, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, bloodborne pathogens, radiation, and freezer/cryogen programs. Own the EHS framework, including self-audit and corporate audit program completions.
Ergonomics: Stand up ergonomics program throughout all Lansing operations. Align with key stakeholders throughout the organization (Engineering, Maintenance & Operations) to integrate design criteria that mitigates musculoskeletal disorder risks. Establish self-audit mechanisms that ensure ongoing risk prevention while driving operational efficiencies.
Management Of Change: Launch management of change programs that is integrated with key stakeholder systems. Establish and drive EHS engagement in all process or system changes to mitigate employee risk.
Innovative EHS Processes: Create innovation solutions and EHS processes, tools, and training programs, that result in a standardized approach to EHS across diverse manufacturing and non-manufacturing environments.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between internal and external stakeholders - including planning, procurement, engineering, facilities, and legal - to integrate EHS requirements into company processes, driving alignment and compliance.
Risk Management Enhancements: Implement robust risk management strategies for Neogen equipment and automation processes, with a focus on injury prevention and compliance.
Process Optimization: Streamline EHS processes through the introduction of innovative tools and methodologies.
Best Practices: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practices and lessons learned across all Lansing, leading to enhanced EHS performance and operational consistency.

EHS Manager Candidate Qualities:

Strategic and innovative thinker with a demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo and boundary conditions while creating strategic partnerships.

Ownership - Have Extreme Ownership; Ability to be a big leader and take responsibility for all EHS needs, actions, and deployment at any time; You never say “that’s not my job”
Bias for Action – Don’t wait; Be the first to take on, own, and deliver on complex challenges
Think Big – Mediocre doesn’t work; Excellent communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal; Able to take a bold direction that inspires results, while seeing around corners.
Dive Deep – Never satisfied with mediocrity; Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical topics in a clear and concise manner.
Earn Trust – Be able to influence; Establish relationships with stakeholders, site operations teams, and collaborate with other support organizations across Neogen
Have the Highest Standards – Be relentless, with unreasonably high standards; Be recognized for integrity and as a subject matter expert.
Deliver Results – Complete the mission; Expertise to deliver on-time results by leading, engaging, and influencing partners, stakeholders, and employees;

Qualifications

You must possess the following minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must possess a min. of a bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field or a bachelor’s degree in a non-EHS science or engineering-related field. EHS certifications CSP, CHMM, CIH, NEBOSH) a plus.
Min. 10+ years of combined experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, related scientific field or heavy industry.
** REQUIRED** Strong expertise (min. 8 yrs exp.) in Environmental Compliance Mgt.
** REQUIRED** Must have In-depth application experience in all of the following: Major Source / Title V Air Permits, EtO compliance, LQG RCRA Hazardous Waste, Medical Waste disposal, SPCCP, SWPPP, Flammable liquid storage, and SARA/EPCRA Reporting.
Proven EHS technical implementation expertise in NFPA Codes for Flammable liquids and Flammable gases, and Life Safety Codes within manufacturing operations.
Ability to travel up to 25% (or as needed globally)
NOTE: This is an onsite/very hands-on role in Lansing, MI; Remote/WFH does not apply for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing a team of EHS professionals
Union & non-union collaboration experience
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, with practical application of program management methodology including Lean Six Sigma / Kaizen / 5S.
Proficient in ergonomic risk assessment methodologies (e.g., REBA, RULA)
Ability to become Global Environmental SME
Working knowledge in: Combustible Dusts, Biologic agents, Ethylene Oxide (EtO) and other sterilization techniques.
Experience with performance metrics, process improvements, and Lean techniques.
Proficiency in developing and implementing SOPs, management plans, and training programs.
Ability to leverage data and analytics to inform decision-making and program improvements
Security Mgt. experience
Workers’ Compensation Mgt. techniques

Come Be Part Of A Mission that Matters!

From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.