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Job Description

About the role

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Manager will report to the Head or Associate Director of EH&S and serve as a key member of the EH&S Leadership Team. This role is responsible for fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all applicable local and regional regulations. The EH&S Manager will collaborate closely with staff at the Covington, GA site and other locations as needed to implement and uphold company-wide safety and health policies.

This position will lead the development and execution of comprehensive EH&S programs and initiatives, including but not limited to: contractor and construction safety, industrial hygiene, chemical management, Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), confined space entry, powered industrial trucks, electrical safety, hazard communication, DOT dangerous goods, warehouse and laboratory safety, chemical hygiene, hearing conservation, and environmental sustainability.

The EH&S Manager will also provide general project management support and act as a liaison with subject matter experts across departments to drive compliance, reduce risk, and support continuous improvement efforts across the facility.

How you will contribute

• Lead, manage, and coach the EH&S team to develop and implement Core and Technical Safety initiatives that support site operations efficiently and on schedule.

• Oversee the design and execution of safety programs that ensure safe, compliant, and effective operation of critical systems.

• Administer the Industrial Hygiene (IH) program, including testing, protocol development, and implementation of a risk-based IH strategy.

• Deliver environmental and sustainability programs, including air emissions, stormwater, wastewater, pollution prevention, hazardous waste management, and required environmental reporting.

• Manage the Process Safety Management (PSM) program, including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and Mechanical Integrity (MI).

• Act as the tactical liaison between EH&S and site expansion or construction projects, collaborating with project sponsors and support teams.

• Serve as the EH&S representative supporting the site’s functional business units.

• Continuously enhance the risk assessment process to proactively identify and mitigate enterprise-level risks.

• Lead and participate in investigations, addressing compliance concerns and resolving regulatory questions.

• Support the development and implementation of the site’s EHS Management System.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, QC Labs, Critical Systems, Maintenance, and Engineering to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company EH&S requirements.

• Partner with Corporate EH&S to implement global initiatives and align site practices with enterprise standards.

• Serve as an active member of the site’s Emergency Response Team (ERT), responding to emergencies within your level of training, including CPR, First Aid, AED use, and chemical spill response with SCBA.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support EH&S and site objectives.

What you bring to Takeda

• Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.

  • 7–10 years of experience in the EHS field, preferably in complex environments.

  • Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) are highly preferred.

• Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong understanding of EH&S principles, including relevant laws and regulations.

  • Proven ability to design, develop, and implement EHS Management Systems (safety, environmental, and health programs).

  • Familiarity with EH&S Management Systems such as ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

  • Experience in research laboratories, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical environments is a plus.

  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.

  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in diverse environments.

  • Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

  • Readiness to respond to emergencies and lead effectively in critical situations.

  • Ability to identify hazards, drive continuous improvement, and implement practical risk control measures.

  • Strong interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.

  • High energy, adaptability, resilience, and a passion for excellence.

  • Demonstrated competencies in analytical thinking, initiative, teamwork, and attention to detail.

  • Ability to apply scientific and biological principles to technical challenges.

  • Capable of managing multiple workstreams and making timely, sound decisions.

  • Contributes to strategic and functional decision-making processes.

  • Exercises sound judgment within established procedures and practices.

  • Familiarity with industry practices, techniques, and standards.

  • Contributes to the achievement of organizational goals.

• Complexity and Problem Solving

  • As an EH&S Manager, you will:

    • Risk Identification & Mitigation: Assess processes and equipment for risks; develop solutions to reduce hazards and environmental impact.

    • Incident Investigation: Conduct root-cause analyses; recommend corrective and preventive actions.

    • Regulatory Compliance: Interpret and apply EH&S regulations; identify compliance gaps and propose solutions.

    • Continuous Improvement: Enhance EH&S programs using audit findings and best practices.

    • Team Collaboration: Work cross-functionally to address EH&S concerns and advocate for best practices.

    • Adaptability: Respond effectively to unexpected safety or environmental challenges.

• Internal and External Contacts

  • Internally: Collaborate with Manufacturing, Technical Services, Quality Control, Warehouse, and Engineering teams.

  • Externally: Engage with vendors and regulatory agencies.

• Physical Demands

  • Ability to carry, lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs (with equipment assistance).

  • Must stand and/or walk for extended periods (8–12 hours).

  • May require bending, twisting, reaching, and squatting.

  • Combination of sedentary work and facility observation.

What Takeda can offer you:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan

• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings

• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days

• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions

• Family Planning Support

• Flexible Work Paths

• Tuition reimbursement

Important Considerations

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product. In this role, you may:

• Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body. This may include additional hearing protection for loud areas.

• Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.

• Work in a cold, wet environment.

• Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary.

• Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

This posting excludes Colorado applicants.

Empowering our people to shine:

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$111,800.00 - $175,670.00

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes