Construction Safety Manager bei CordenPharma

CordenPharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DPs), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical, and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.

Our People Vision

We strive for excellence. We share our passion. Together, we make a difference in patients' lives.

SUMMARY

The Construction Safety Manager will be responsible for participating in the development and execution of project safety and security programs, policies, and strategy during the construction of a portfolio of brown field projects at the Corden Pharma Colorado facility. Projects vary in scope from significant modification of existing construction to new construction on the developed site in Boulder, Colorado. The role will manage best practices and performance standards and enhance the contractor safety culture by implementing the site Health & Safety Management Systems and achieving industry leading performance. Works with the onsite Project Team to serve and support the project with the execution of programs and plans that reinforce our “safety first” culture by continuously improving our ability to prevent serious events, injuries, and fatalities. 

The Construction Safety Manager will be responsible for participating in the development and execution of project safety and security programs, policies, and strategy during the construction of a large green field project that has started construction at Corden Pharma. The role will manage best practices and performance standards and enhance the Corden Pharma contractor safety culture by implementing the site Health & Safety Management System and achieving industry leading performance. Works with the Projects Contractor Safety Manager and the onsite project team to serve and support the project with the execution of programs and plans that reinforce our “safety first” culture by continuously improving our ability to prevent serious events, injuries, and fatalities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coach, develop, and onboard Corden Pharma project personnel, contractor staff, and trade partners with Corden Pharma safety values, standards, and priorities
• Assess, analyze, and participate in the development of safety strategy and policies for the project and contractor management
• Promote strong safety practices, with a focus on Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention and prevention through Design (PTD)
• Oversee the bridging of contractor safety standards and the Corden Pharma North American Contractor Safety Guidelines, and the pre-qualification/monitoring of onsite contractors
• Tracking, addressing, reporting, and responding to onsite contractor safety statistics and formally reporting monthly
• Reviewing company and contractor procedures and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, Corden Pharma policies, and industry best practices
• Oversee and deliver site safety leadership training and awareness programs for project leaders, construction management, and contractor supervision teams
• Driving project safety initiatives and emphasis programs with a view to eliminate injuries and strive towards project safety excellence
• Working closely with plant operations, contractors, and regional leadership to improve and align performance expectations
• Supporting Corden Pharma H&S initiatives including corporate social responsibility/ sustainable development, etc.
• Work with internal and external Subject Matter Experts and Operations to keep safety standards and training materials current, technically accurate, and best in class
• Partner with contractors and project staff to deliver transparent audits that will ensure adherence to Corden Pharma values, standards, and safety-first culture
• Maintain project monthly metrics to track, trend, and measure safety performance from audits, incidents, and proactive activities at the project site

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides guidance and leadership where appropriate. Participates in the expense budget process by developing, tracking, and reporting data related to teams and projects.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Corden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or efficacy. CPC’s Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP, is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all staff across departments and at all levels within the company. 

cGMP is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma Colorado.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE  

Bachelor’s Degree from a university with ideally a focus on Safety, Engineering, or Project Management is preferred. A recognized safety membership or qualification, CSP, ASP, CHST or equivalent is preferred. Ten years of progressive experience in the field of Health, Safety and Security with functional and team managerial/ leadership experience, including 5 years in site safety leadership on large complex industrial projects.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; work with hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb ladders and scaffolds or balance; bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch; and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus. The work may occasionally require a respirator; the person must qualify to wear one.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, a broad range of outdoor climate conditions and construction machinery, catwalks at a variety of heights, fumes or airborne particles and noise typical of a construction environment.

The employee may be required to work long hours, weekends or at off shifts to interface with 24/7 construction project teams.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

• Experience with large scale CAPEX industrial projects and disciplines such as heavy civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical scopes. Additionally, experience with process equipment and commissioning activities
• Sector experience in an industry where Engineering/Construction/Operations/ Projects are key business driver. Heavy industrial construction with a prime contractor, EP&C, or owner-side major projects group experience 
• Experience working as a project team member contributing to H&S strategy development, balancing technical expertise with sound business decisions
• Excellent understanding of risk management/assessment and H&S concerning large capital projects and contractor management
• Understanding of H&S matters in project management regulatory applications (OSHA CFR 1926), reporting and environmental as related to large capital projects
• Ability to establish, influence, and foster relationships and cooperation of key internal and external stakeholders working across all levels of employment from field level to site management
• Strong customer service-oriented approach to dealing with objectives, conflict, and balancing priorities
• Ability to influence decision making within a project team
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to communicate at all levels of the organization
• Ability to engage with other employees at a strategic level to articulate Corden Pharma’s safety vision and priorities
• Frequent interaction through video and telephone conferences
• Prior experience developing standards, policies, and procedures for safety and security
• Proven experience in root cause analysis of incidents
• Experienced in using TEAMS, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
• Believes in building a positive safety culture where reporting a “near miss” is considered a “good catch” rather than a negative situation
• Displays interpersonal effectiveness
• Demonstrates courage and values different perspectives, and can navigate between perspectives to arrive at a win/win path forward
• Delivers Results Through Others
• Focuses externally
• Personal creativity and innovation

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service 
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

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