Mgr, Environmental Health & Safety Compl

Our Strength Is Our People. Passion. Principles. Perspective. At Watson, they're the traits that drive our growth and we apply them to every project and product. If you bring these qualities to your work, then we'd like you to consider joining our team.Under general direction, ensures compliance with federal, state and localenvironmental and occupational safety regulatory requirements through the creation,implementation and auditing of compliance-related policies and Standard Operating Procedures(SOP), and administration of assigned programs in coordination with other functional areas. Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies andprocedures, state, federal and local laws. Responsible for ensuring that all Company facilities are in compliance with federal, state,local and corporate Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements. Establishes compliance-related policies and procedures based on EHS requirements.Creates, promotes, administers and reviews EHS related programs. Responsible for the training of employees on EHS related topics. Represent the Company to outside agencies, media and auditors on EHS relatedmatters. Maintains regulatory documentation and records. Reviews and assists in the development of new facilities and processes to ensureoptimum EHS practices are integrated as part of the change. May oversee, participate in and approve the interviewing, hiring, and training ofdepartmental employees. May conduct performance evaluation for direct reports. May provide coaching and assistance to direct reports in the areas of disciplinary action,employee training, problem resolution and work assignment delegation. Ensures compliance with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules andregulations. Performs related duties as assigned.QualificationsRequired Knowledge and Skills:Knowledge of:" Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA),Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and other regulatory requirements" OSHA, FDA, EPA, QMD and other applicable regulatory safety requirements" Personal computer hardware and software applications" Business English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation" Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration" Recruiting, interviewing, and selecting applicants in accordance with establishedemployment practices and methods" Principles of safety, workers compensation, and related principles and practicesSkill in:" Creating, developing and implementing strategies for efficient and cost effectivemanagement of allocated resources" Responding to inquiries or complaints from management, subordinate employees,customers, contract vendors and regulatory agencies" Preparing clear and concise correspondence" Managing, coordinating, delegating assignments and reviewing the work of assigneddepartment personnel; recruiting, interviewing and selecting applicants in accordancewith established employment practices and methods (if applicable)" Assuring compliance with company policies, practices and procedures, including safetyrules and regulation" Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others" Analyze problems, identify solutions, and implement recommendations in support ofCompany safety goals and objectives" Training and presentation skills, techniques, applications and practices" Use good judgment when responding to and investigating regulatory and safety issuesAs part of Watson's mission, we dedicate ourselves to providing a respectful and rewarding work environment which includes competitive compensation and benefits.Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We value the benefits of diversity.