Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health. 

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior EH&S Specialist  to join our team!  

You are a driven environmental, health and safety professional, with in-depth knowledge of state, federal and international environmental health and safety regulations.  You will be given the opportunity to implement industry best practices and serve as the subject matter expert on EH&S matters. As such, you will work closely with internal departments, external agencies, and stakeholders to implement safety process, procedures or measures to mitigate risks and promote safe working environments.

How You’ll Contribute

  • Develop, implement and maintain environmental, health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with all relevant regulations, including but not limited to OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA
  • Develop and implement EH&S training strategies and conduct trainings
  • Assist with management of product and process-related chemical elements
    •  Facilitate a Safety Committee and participate in customer feedback sessions as they relate to the installation, maintenance, and safe operations of our products (i.e. chemicals and wastewater)
  • Assess potential workplace hazards/risks, including general employee safety, and work with Safety Committee to develop strategies and implement safety measures to mitigate them
  • Own EH&S related documentation (e.g., hazardous waste manifest and profiles, MSDS, SDS), handling procedures, storage/ recycling, and disposal of biohazardous, and hazardous wastes
  • Ensure manifesting, packaging, labeling, and loading of all medical, biohazardous, and hazardous waste is accurate and adheres to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations
  • Assist in the development and implementation of all company operations concerning the fire, emergency, safety, and environmental programs
  • Own and maintain the inventory and storage of hazardous materials in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies, practices, and procedures including applicable reports
  • Maintain accurate data for Chemical Inventory in the buildings and the maintenance of Material Safety Data Sheet online library
    • Oversee the storage of hazardous waste and materials in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies, practices, and procedures
  • Provide training on EH&S programs (e.g., Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts), Hazardous Waste Disposal, product wastewater monitoring, new hire orientation and employee safety training, etc.)
  • Ensure company compliance and appropriate reporting of hazardous materials inventory to outside agencies
  • Oversee and coordinate company or consultant crew’s activities during an incident response and clean-up
  • Serve as the liaison between company and relevant government agencies
  • Promote a safe working environment for employees, monitor for safe working practices and manage Illness and Injury Prevention Plan and Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
  • Manage incident (and near-miss) investigations, identify root causes, and ensure conformance
  • Other job duties as assigned

 Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

  • Biosciences degree and minimum of 5 years of relevant EH&S experience or EH&S Certification and minimum of 8-10 years of relevant progressive experience 
  • First Aid, CPR, AED certified
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA and EPA regulations
  • Working knowledge of ISO 13485 and ISO 14001 preferred
  • RCRA / DOT Hazardous Waste certified preferred
  • 40-hr HAZWOPER preferred
  • Knowledge of international environmental health and safety regulations is a plus (e.g. WEEE, RoHS, China RoHS3, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of requirements for handling of genetic material and human derived samples (BSL1 and BSL2) is a plus
  • Must be proactive, hands-on, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
  • Able to lift objects weighing up to 25 lbs

At Ultima Genomics, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays between $105,000 and $120,000, if performed in California, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.

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