For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Manager Facilities and Safety for our Discovery site located Durham, NC .

Responsible for the management, maintenance and operation of the facility and building systems in compliance with AAALAC accreditation, client and executive management criteria at facility. Responsible for site physical plant budget including capital expenditures. Responsible for site purchasing, ensuring cost effective procurement of materials, equipment and services. Manage shipping/receiving and related personnel.

Responsible for managing the Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Program for adherence to local, state, and federal regulations at RTP facility.

The following are responsibilities related to the Senior Manager Facilities and Safety :

• Oversee management, maintenance and operation of site systems to include the physical plant, laboratory, scientific and support equipment.

• Oversee shipping and receiving of materials, supplies, and equipment in accordance to Local, State, Federal and International Laws and Guidelines as set forth by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and / or the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

• Assure the availability, coordination and cost effectiveness of all supplies, materials, equipment, and services needed to maintain and operate the facility. Control and manage inventory levels, analyze data, cost history, vendor quality and performance. Negotiate contracts and agreements as authorized.

• Serve as a project manager on special projects in cooperation with management team relating to expansion.

• Interface with landlord or leasing company for any lease and building related issues

• Direct the implementation and monitoring of the security programs and systems.

• Ensure continuous coverage/monitoring of emergency response to building, physical plant alarms, scientific equipment, support systems and security alarms.

• Ensure compliance to company (SOPs, safety procedures and biosafety protocols), external regulatory bodies' (GxP), local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.

• Responsible for personnel management activities such as: scheduling, personnel actions (hiring, promotions, transfers, etc.), training and development, providing regular direction and feedback on performance, disciplinary actions and preparing and delivering annual performance and salary reviews.

• Establish, administer and update specific EH&S programs for compliance with state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulations as necessary. Manage OSHA and EPA records and maintain reporting and documentation standards.

• Provide initial and periodic safety and environmental training to all employees as required and advise management on safety and environmental issues. Review new regulatory standards and make compliance recommendations.

• Serve as Chairperson of the Health & Safety Committee. Assist in the investigation of injuries resulting in lost time claims and/or safety violations and property damage. Make recommendations for corrective action.

• Provide regulatory guidance on EH&S issues to all staff.

• Inspect the facility for compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations as applicable. Recommend solutions to management that address deficiencies in EH&S compliance. Submit work orders for facility corrective action on EH&S concerns.

• Coordinate communications to regulatory agencies and client inspections on EH&S related matters.

Job Qualifications

The following are minimum qualifications related to the Senior Manager Facilities and Safety position:

Education: Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in a scientific or related area.

Experience: 5-7 years related experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory, including 2-4 years previous supervisory/management experience. A minimum of 2 years' experience with physical plant operations and maintenance as well as procurement and contract negotiation experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Certification/Licensure: AALAS certification and Metrology accreditation preferred.

Other: Working knowledge of building trades in the areas of: electrical, plumbing, mechanical and/or general construction. Ability to multi-task, lead in high stress and crisis situations. Strong problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, leadership and written/verbal communication skills. Excellent negotiating skills. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations. Working and practical knowledge of the AAALAC Accreditation Standards as outlined by 'The Guide' and International ISO / GMP / GLP Standards as dictated in the BioPharma industry. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Network 8000, Signal Programming, Lawson).

The pay range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

About Discovery

Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

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