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Safety and Occupational Health ManagerBristol Myers Squibb • Summit, NJ, US
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Safety and Occupational Health Manager

Safety and Occupational Health Manager

Bristol Myers Squibb • Summit, NJ, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Safety & Occupational Health Manager

Working with Us 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.

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.
  • Basic Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of Safety & Occupational Health experience.
  • At least 2 years in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Safety & Occupational Health data systems (e.g., Enablon, Velocity S&OH, ETQ, SAP S&OH, Intelex, or similar platforms).
  • The starting compensation for this job is a range from $86,330 to $104,600 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

    The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

    Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers Site.

    Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following : Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global shutdown days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility / infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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