About the DepartmentFor more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Emerging Technologies -Solid Dosage Forms US facility in Durham, NC is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. SDF maintains a curious and pioneering spirit, harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies.What we offer you:Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positionsAll employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidaysHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day oneGuaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match optionFamily Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leaveFree access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical productsTuition AssistanceLife & Disability InsuranceEmployee Referral AwardsAt Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.The PositionServe as a core member of the Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) team. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in providing direct support to one or more operations areas, provide guidance and coaching to other EHS team members and site operations leadership and provide expertise on numerous EHS aspects in accordance with education and experience. Ability to serve as site CVP Partner with establishment and oversight of all health and safety programs and backup to site EHS Lead.RelationshipsReports to Senior Manager.Essential FunctionsOwn proper execution of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations (Process Technology, PHA, Management of Change, Incident Investigation, etc.) and EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP) across the site and/or area of responsibilityProvide expert guidance on chemical hazards, including material compatibility, chemical interactions, & suitable safeguards from said hazards, such as appropriate PPE or engineering controlsConsult on engineering designs as they pertain to safety & provide relevant input into the required safety features (materials of construction, relief devices, emergency stops, inherently safer design, etc.)Lead & coach others on execution of risk assessment methodologies (Workplace Risk Assessments, What-if, HAZOP, FMEA), as well as layer of protection analysis (LOPA)Develop, share knowledge and experience and manage various programs for life safety functions & systems (Work Permitting, LOTO, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, Safety Interlocks Systems, PPE, etc.) and Incident Investigation programLead obtaining & maintaining ISO 45001 certification consistent with the overall organization for the sitePrepare in-depth analysis for leadership in relation to goals & KPIs, to include trending of EHS & PSM site/department goals to drive optimal performance and continuous improvementManage and/or lead complex cross-functional projects/ initiatives, both short & long-term, with stakeholdersSupport EHS functions such as Emergency Response, Fire/Life Safety and First Aid teamsOwn injury case management within area of support in collaboration with Occupational HealthAttend Novo Nordisk network meetings on a routine basis and provide SME input for Site Clayton while actively collaborating and sharing best practices with other CVP and SVP partnersOwn and ensure that psycho-social aspects of health & safety are being recognized & addressed while working closely with the People & Organization (P&O) teamProvide guidance on Industrial Hygiene (IH) program to ensure compliance of applicable exposure limits within local regulatory requirements and Novo Nordisk standards. Partner with Occupational Health on surveillance monitoring requirements and any other IH contractor relationshipsFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther accountabilities, as assignedPhysical RequirementsMoves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or relevant field of study from an accredited university with minimum seven (7) years of direct safety experience within a complex manufacturing environment required, preferably in a chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, requiredMaster’s Degree, preferredIn lieu of Bachelor’s Degree + 7 years’ experience, may consider an Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or relevant field of study from an accredited university with nine (9) years of direct safety experience within a complex manufacturing environment required, preferably in a chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environmentIn lieu of Bachelor’s Degree + 7 years experience, may consider High School Diploma or equivalent with eleven (11) years of direct safety experience within a complex manufacturing environment required, preferably in a chemical manufacturing or pharmaceutical environmentProfessional certification (CSP, GSP, PE or CIH), preferredKnowledge of requirements/expectations from authorities e.g. OSHA requiredAbility to provide support for a 24/7 operational business requiredExcellent verbal & written communication skills, presentation skills, computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office, Risk Assessment tools) requiredDemonstrate ability to develop, manage & achieve action plans through communication & collaboration skills requiredExperience building strong working relationships, ability to lead task & project teams as well as ability to manage a changing work environment with constant changing requirements requiredDemonstrate appreciative feedback style and appreciate other team members & their contributions preferredDemonstrate a disciplined approach to problem solving that is based on data & facts & is consistent with vision/business goals & values requiredDemonstrate ability to own the results of individual actions & team’s activities while modeling the company values requiredDemonstrate ability to lead &/or support incident investigations within area or across multiple departments requiredExtensive working knowledge & practical experience with life safety systems (i.e. LOTO, Hot Work, Confined Space, Line Break, etc.) and chemical safety requiredWe commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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