EHS Specialist
Description
Celltrion is a leading biopharmaceutical company specializing in the research, development, and manufacturing of innovative therapeutics. We are committed to delivering innovative and affordable medications that expand patient access to advanced therapies. Celltrion has been at the forefront of biotherapeutic development, uncovering new ways to target the drivers of disease through next-generation biologics and small-molecule products.
Celltrion Branchburg, LLC is a subsidiary of Celltrion USA, established in 2025 following Celltrion USA’s acquisition of Eli Lilly’s drug substance manufacturing facility in Branchburg, New Jersey. By combining strong local manufacturing capabilities with an established direct-sales network, we aim to create greater synergies across our operations. Looking ahead, we also anticipate expanding into the global contract manufacturing organization sector.
Position Overview
This Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) position supports the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of site EHS programs and processes. The role will provide day-to-day support for EHS programs, site activities, inspections, training, documentation, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will collaborate with employees and stakeholders across engineering, maintenance, facilities, utilities, manufacturing, laboratories, learning & development, and capital project teams. This position provides an opportunity to develop practical EHS experience within a regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment while contributing to the site’s safety culture and operational excellence objectives.
Key Objectives and Deliverables
- Assist with the implementation, administration, and ongoing improvement of site EHS programs, training, and employee EHS engagement.
- Conduct or participate in routine safety inspections, walkthroughs, assessments, and workplace observations across manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, utility, and facility areas.
- Document identified EHS improvement areas and help coordinate timely corrective actions with responsible departments.
- Support EHS event reporting and investigation activities, including information gathering, documentation, corrective-action tracking, and follow-up.
- Keep training records and compliance matrices current.
- Serve as a visible EHS resource in assigned areas by assisting with requests, reinforcing site requirements, and escalating complex concerns to experienced EHS personnel.
- Support the implementation and administration of EHS technology platforms and electronic recordkeeping systems.
- Research relevant EHS requirements, industry best practices, and improvement opportunities under the guidance of experienced EHS team members.
- Participate in cross-functional teams and site initiatives that support safety culture, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
- Develop and broadly communicate performance metrics. Analyze data sets to identify trends and develop effective, data-driven solutions.
- Perform other EHS-related responsibilities as assigned based on site needs and the employee’s level of training and experience.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Foundational knowledge of environmental, health, and safety principles through education, internships, or relevant work experience (0-3 years experience).
- Interest in developing further knowledge of EHS requirements and regulations applicable to manufacturing, laboratory, construction, or facility operations.
- Ability to work collaboratively with employees, contractors, and stakeholders across different departments and levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication abilities; proactive, self‑motivated; ability to prioritize and work independently
- Ability to identify concerns, ask questions, and escalate issues appropriately.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Willingness to work in manufacturing, laboratory, utility, warehouse, construction, and outdoor environments as needed.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health, environmental science, engineering, industrial hygiene, biology, chemistry, or another related scientific or technical discipline preferred.
- An Associate’s degree with relevant experience, training, or certifications may also be considered.
This role is exempt and the anticipated compensation for this role is $71,250 - $116,000.
This is a banded role, and candidates will be placed within the range based on experience, skills, internal equity, and market considerations.
Celltrion Branchburg, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off (holidays, vacation, and additional leave), medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a company-matched retirement savings plan, wellness programs, and short- and long-term disability benefits. This role requires up to 10% travel, on-call availability, and may involve shift work. Hybrid work flexibility may be available based on business needs; relocation assistance is not provided.
Celltrion Branchburg, LLC is proud to be Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.