Senior Safety

The Position We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. The Opportunity Functions as a Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Business Partner for assigned functional and business areas (e.g. Manufacturing, Facilities, R&D, Supply Chain, etc.). In addition, will fulfill site-wide responsibilities for assigned of specific program ownership. The position will evaluate, develop, implement, and maintain SHE policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with all local, city, state, and federal laws and regulations and with company SHE guidelines, requirements, and initiatives within assigned areas of accountability. Duties are diverse and complex often involving research, analysis and solution development. Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of a particular field or business function. Plans, conducts and oversees work involving large and important/complex projects. Does not supervise but provides direction to the team on projects and assignments. May provide direction and guidance to more junior SHE staff along with contract resources. Reviews progress with management. May serve as a resource to all levels of personnel across our business area, including other Roche locations and assist external customers as needed. Works with considerable independence to provide direction and guidance on issues related to areas of expertise to department leadership, business functions and /or SHE staff members. Responsibilities: Coordinates, develops, implements, and maintains SHE policies, procedures, and programs for regulatory programs, company related Directives and Standards, Bay Area-wide goals, and other company initiatives and requirements within assigned areas of responsibility. Bay Area program management responsibilities may include (but not limited to) Industrial Wastewater, Compressed and Asphyxiating Gases, Lasers, TSCA/FIFRA, Powered Industrial Equipment, & Solitary Worker. Site program management responsibilities will include a variety of other physical safety, environmental and health programs. Facilitates across multiple business functions, units, and/or our business area in order to help management establish objectives and plan SHE compliance and sustainability programs to achieve objectives. Serves as the subject matter expert in the implementation of one or more program areas. Leads the identification of programs that need improvement. Creates and leads teams to address deficiencies. Provides expertise to both management and lower level positions. Assists management and staff in resolving difficult technical problems, interpreting laws, regulations and Roche Directives and Standards. Assist management with new staff orientation and training as well as developing staffs' ability to achieve total impact recognition. Conducts analysis of key program areas or as assigned by management. Analyzes trends, makes monthly, quarterly and annual comparisons. Works with vendors, staff and applicable business functions to identify opportunities, implement initiatives, and maintain program execution. Establish/improve the company's ability to track, measure, and report on assigned activities. Identifies opportunities for improvements in current systems, works with area management for change, implements changes, monitors progress and refines systems. Proactively inspects and conducts hazard evaluations of work areas related to subject matter expertise. Assesses impacts associated with equipment, materials, processes, and facilities; in order to identify and control hazardous conditions or actions that may cause adverse impacts and/or regulatory non-compliance. Participates in emergency planning and emergency teams. Responds to emergency situations as needed. Develops, implements, and conducts formal campus wide SHE inspections and audits. Assist with or lead external audits as required. Tracks resolution of issues. Supports SHE management with projects or activities as assigned, which have impact across Molecular Solutions Business Area, Diagnostics Division, and/or Corporate functions. Other duties as assigned by management. Who You Are (Required): Bachelor's Degree in a physical science, life science, environmental sciences, engineering, safety, industrial hygiene, or other relevant field. 6+ years of progressive experience within an industry such as: automobile, diagnostics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas industry, or other relevant industries. Strong and demonstrated ability to identify, learn, develop, implement, and sustain new areas of subject matter expertise as business needs change. Results impact short-term to mid-term business performance and contributes to or affects achievements of multiple business areas. Ability to Influence opinions and decisions of activities throughout multiple business functions (e.g. R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Product Development, Commercial Operations, etc ) and/ or business units (RMD, RSS, RTD, RDO, etc ) Ability to implement change when necessary without direction. Seeks opportunities to mentor, advise, and train others on technical knowledge. Knowledge, interpretation, and application of laws and regulation and the ability to identify issues and make sound decisions under conditions of risk and uncertainty. Proven ability for effective negotiation, written and oral communication skills, active listening skills, and ability to effectively communicate scientific, technical, and regulatory information. Proven background to develop effective training material and to communicate technical detailed information in an interesting and informative manner. Strong written and verbal communication skills: written (business email, technical documents, programs) and verbal (meeting leading, presentation, and training). Strong interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain smooth, cooperative working relationships and to drive change across multiple business functions/ sites/ business units. Proficient Computer Skills in Google Docs, Gmail, Gdrive, Microsoft Office Suite etc. Preferred Skills: Completion of a national certification, or ability to obtain, such as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). Relocation benefits for this position are not available. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $86,200-$160,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. Benefits Who we are At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity. Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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