Company Description
LGC Biosearch Technologies located in Petaluma, CA, as well as our sister site in Denmark, represents a focused, collaborative culture of producing mission-critical genomics components, primarily oligonucleotides and supporting reagents, for our diverse customer base. We believe in Science for a Safer World and have embodied our mission by supporting first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic where our Biosearch Technologies portfolio has been and continues to be enabling millions of PCR tests worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization.
Job Description
Join our ambitious team at LGC as an EHS Coordinator and be part of an exceptionally driven organization committed to perfect implementation and world-class standards. As an EHS Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and compliance of our laboratories, research spaces, and operational areas. Your contributions will directly support our goal of maintaining a safe work environment while following federal, state, and local regulations.
In this role, you will coordinate with various departments to support day-to-day safety needs, conduct facility safety inspections, and manage corrective actions. You will also be instrumental in coordinating quarterly safety committee meetings. Reporting to the EHS Director, you will be a key player in our safety initiatives.
Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with laboratories, research spaces, and operational areas to support daily safety needs.
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Carry out safety inspections at the facility and handle corresponding corrective actions.
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Coordinate and take part in quarterly safety committee meetings.
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Stock GHS and Hazardous waste labels and PPE.
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Inspect containers and drums for grounding/bonding and procedural compliance.
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Manage Universal Waste.
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Participate in Health and Safety Inspection processes.
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Join the Spill Response team.
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Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly inspections and reports.
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Conduct periodic testing of processes that discharge.
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Manage chemical inventory and ordering.
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Monitor workplace safety conditions for compliance with EH&S regulations and standards.
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Partner with the Safety Specialist to implement EH&S policies, procedures, and practices.
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Maintain EH&S records, forms, and documents.
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Stock EH&S supplies throughout the company.
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Perform monthly checks on emergency equipment (eye-wash/safety-shower, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience -or- high school diploma or equivalent experience with a minimum of two years of working experience.
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Good understanding of laboratory safety, chemical safety, and general safety practices.
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Ability to learn new material quickly and adapt to changing situations.
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Capability to make decisions and work independently.
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Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
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Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficient computer skills (Windows software) and general working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and daily responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Direct industry experience.
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Environmental experience.
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Experience running safety committees.
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Vendor management experience.
Additional Information
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum: $27.07 USD per hour
Maximum: $36.63 USD per hour
This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California-based position. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as experience, skills, and location.
About LGC:
LGC is a major international life sciences tools company, delivering key components and solutions to fast-growing application areas in human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high-quality product portfolio features important tools for genomic analysis and quality assurance applications, appreciated for their performance, quality, and scope.
Our values
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PASSION
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CURIOSITY
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INTEGRITY
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BRILLIANCE
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RESPECT
Equal opportunities
At LGC, we hold the conviction that every applicant and employee should be appreciated for their distinct skills, regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental leave, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection procedures are consistently performed without bias toward gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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