Manager, Facilities and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Access to Advanced Health Institute is a Seattle-based nonprofit biotech institute that is undergoing a transformation to lead a global coalition to fight infectious disease and address health disparities and inequities worldwide.

We think it’s unfair that where a person lives or how much money they make dictates their access to life-changing medicine.

We’re looking for people who want to join us in increasing accessibility to tools that harness the immune system and allow a healthy life, free of illness and disease, regardless of geography or socio-economic status - from compassion and collaboration come change.

Summary :

The Manager, Facilities and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is responsible for on-site activities related to the maintenance, repair, and improvement of facilities and ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

This role manages the operational aspects of facilities, including space planning, equipment maintenance and repair, and custodial services, as well as developing and implementing EHS programs to protect the health and safety of employees and the environment.

This position is a very hands-on role that requires a generalist knowledge of facilities and a working knowledge of laboratory equipment, laboratory HVAC, laboratory plumbing, electrical, and other mechanical knowledge to problem-solve issues.

Responsibilities :

Primary duties & responsibilities :

70% - Facility Manager :

• Plan, schedule, forecast, and balance department workload.
• Establish and manage relationships and contracts with vendors.
• Maintain and fix equipment and conduct on-site repairs, as needed.
• Liaise with third-party vendors to support day-to-day laboratory functions.
• Monitor critical laboratory equipment through remote monitoring software and maintain monitoring system.
• Address facilities helpdesk tickets and maintain asset / storage inventory.
• Collaborate with building staff and upper management.
• Supervise work crews, internal and external, on maintenance jobs.
• Be available to respond to emergencies afterhours.
• Assist in non-routine shipping matters.
• Propose and / or implement changes within the Facility area of responsibility.
• Monitor the work of all repairmen to ensure that quality work is completed and that all safety precautions and procedures are observed.
• Support Facility staff.
• Provide quotes and supervise construction of small projects and remodeling of existing offices, handles all approvals.
• Write and dispatch purchase orders for construction materials, janitorial supplies and equipment.

30% - Environmental, Health & Safety :

• Responsible for executing an EHS compliance program with support of external consultant.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Function as EHS leader to provide guidance to AAHI team members with driving continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental sustainability.
• Implement safety procedures, processes as well as coordinate & deliver training programs - including but not limited to orientation, PPE, Lab Safety, pathogens, and chemical hygiene, and maintain appropriate records.
• Manage efficient and effective EHS record keeping and reporting.
• Participate in post-accident or near miss investigations and corrective action.
• Develop emergency action plans and manage the safety committee.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field a plus.
• 5-7 years of facility management experience of which 2+ years also includes managing EHS functions.
• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment, laboratory HVAC, laboratory plumbing, electrical and other mechanical knowledge to problem solve issues.
• Experience with cGMP facilities is ideal.
• Experience with OSHA, Lab EHS and / or the BMBL6.
• IATA / DOT / DG Shipping Certification.
• Certification in EHS (e.g., OSHA, NEBOSH) and Facilities Management (e.g., IFMA) preferred.
• Customs clearance / international shipping experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.
• Self-directed and results driven.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively.
• Ability to be flexible and constantly prioritize based on ongoing needs of organization.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cross functionally with internal groups and external vendors.

Benefits :

We offer a comprehensive compensation plan which includes :

• Medical, Dental, Vision with 90% employer covered premiums for you & dependents.
• Group Life, AD&D, Short & Long-term disability, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness.
• Employer funded HSA.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Limited, and Dependent Care).
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Up to 2 months paid time off per year.
• Up to 6 weeks' Vacation & Sick pay.
• 11 paid holidays.
• End of year weeklong shutdown (last week of December).
• Flexible work schedule.
• Paid Mindfulness / Fitness App.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Identify Theft & Travel Protection.
• Group Workouts.

We do not discriminate. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are an E-Verify Employer.

Please contact us if you don’t apply through our website and want to complete an EEOC Voluntary Form.

About AAHI :

AAHI is a nonprofit biotech research institute, bringing together the best experts, technologies, and platforms to create accessible, high-quality products and solutions for harnessing the immune system to alleviate disease.

We are building a world where every person has access to tools that harness their immune system and allow them to live a healthy life, free of illness and disease.