What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
We are seeking an EHS Specialist to join our talented team in Bangalore. The EHS Specialist will support the Global EHS strategy for compliance and risk management in the delivery of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and related Illumina product and chemical management information and processes. This individual will author Illumina product SDS using the SAP EHS module while supporting additional information systems that enable Hazard Communication programs. Experience with the SAP EHS Module, effective communication, project management and collaboration skills are fundamental to this role.
Responsibilities:
- Author Illumina product SDS using SAP EHS software in coordination with Global EHS team and stakeholders, and related timelines.
- Maintain the SAP EHS Module, ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to collect and examine information needed to support the SDS authoring process including but not limited to chemical composition, physical and chemical properties, hazards, and safe handling practices.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the transition of SDSs to the SAP EHS Module.
- Ensuring that SDSs adhere to relevant regulations and guidelines, such as OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
- Keeping SDSs up-to-date based on changes in product formulations or regulations.
- Providing SDS data to business stakeholders including but not limited to GHS label information and DG classifications.
- Providing training to employees and customers on SDS content and safe handling practices.
- Support the process to ensure SDS are published and available on the Illumina SDS search engine for customers.
- Assist with customer requests for SDS or related hazard communication information.
- Support documentation of existing and revised business processes related to hazard communication.
- Interact with the Global and Regional EHS teams– coordinating daily activities and projects.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements in SDS authoring and management.
- Support generation and reporting of performance metrics related to SDS.
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
Troubleshoot and solve problems that arise. Work with Global Information Systems (IT) to assist in technology-related problem-solving and troubleshooting and escalate system issues as necessary.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree, in Industrial Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Sciences, Environmental or Safety Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Public Health, Business, IT Management, or related discipline with 2 years of industry experience.
- Proven expertise in the SAP EHS Module, including system configuration and customization.
- Experience in project management.
- Working knowledge of Global Harmonized System (GHS)
- GHS and Dangerous goods classification experience preferred
- The ability to learn technical processes quickly.
- Strong experience in biotechnology, life sciences, or pharmaceutical-related industry.
- A strong understanding of chemistry, chemical hazards, and toxicology.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g., OSHA, GHS) and experience with SAP SDS authoring software.
- Good technical abilities in information management system execution and support.
- Strong teamwork skills across a team operating globally.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external business partners.
- Energetic and positive enthusiastic disposition.
- Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
Our ideal candidate is hardworking, committed to customer excellence, proactive, adaptable to changing environments and priorities, and highly organized. They embrace a growth mindset and take initiative to ensure accurate and compliant SDSs. Their ability to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly and perform high quality work in technical systems is essential in this role.
Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.
