Environment Manager Jobs in Exton, PA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
Basic Functions and Responsibility
Reporting to the Associate Director, Safety & Environment, the Ergonomics Senior Specialist is responsible for leading a comprehensive ergonomics program for West Point, North Wales, and Springhouse Innovation Park (Vaccines Manufacturing, Research & Development, and Support Functions). The key function of this role will serve as the subject matter expert on ergonomics to assess, develop, and implement strategies that reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders and align with site business goals and values.
Primary Job Duties Include:
o Maintain and drive continuous improvement to the site Ergonomics Program, procedures, and systems in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
o Lead the site's Ergonomics Core Team to focused on risk reduction and injury prevention.
o Conduct ergonomic risk assessments for manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and office tasks utilizing ergonomic risk assessment tools and methodologies, including Humantech system, NIOSH lifting equation, etc.
o Develop, track, and report on ergonomic risk reduction projects and program performance indicators.
o Provide technical training to Ergonomic Core Team members and guidance to managers, employees and project teams.
o Collaborate with engineering, scientific staff/shop floor, and project teams to integrate ergonomic principles into the design of new processes, equipment, and facilities.
o Investigate incidents and injuries related to ergonomic hazards to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
o Partner with Occupational Health, supervisors, and HR for injury and illness cases to ensure compliance with OSHA recordkeeping an reporting requirements.
o Evaluate incidents for recordability, track employee restrictions / return to work plans / accommodations and manage OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs.
o Support enterprise and divisional safety initiatives related to ergonomics and human performance.
Position Qualifications
Education Minimum Requirement:
o Bachelor's degree in Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Kinesiology, or related field.
Required Experience and Skills:
o Minimum of 5 years' applied professional experience leading or managing workplace ergonomics programs in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environments.
o Proficiency with ergonomic risk assessment tools, including Humantech software system.
o Strong knowledge of OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping requirements.
o Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and cross functional leadership skills.
o Ability to interpret, apply regulations and ensure environmental, health, and safety program compliance.
o Strong people skills and the ability to cultivate collaborative relationships.
o Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
o Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, and other software.
Preferred Experience and Skills:
o Experience with injury case management, worker's compensation, and return-to-work programs.
o Professional certifications such as CPE, CSP, ARM, OHST, CIH or related credentials preferred.
Required Skills:
Adaptability, Adaptability, Biomechanics, Biosafety, Corrective Action Management, EHS Auditing, EHS Compliance, EHS Management Systems, EHS Program Management, Ergonomics, Establishing Contacts, Health and Safety Legislation, Incident Investigations, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Interpersonal Relationships, Kinesiology, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Occupational Safety and Health, Occupational Safety and Health Programs, Personal Relationships, Project Management, Risk Assessments, Risk Assessment Tools, Safety Programs {+ 3 more}
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The salary range for this role is
$106,200.00 - $167,200.00
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
10%
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
1st - Day
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
08/19/2026
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