EHS Specialist Jobs in New Jersey
EHS Specialist jobs in New Jersey represent one of the most active markets in the Northeast, with steady demand across pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, construction, and logistics at every level from entry-level coordinator through senior safety manager. The heaviest hiring concentrates in and around Newark, Edison, and Parsippany, where established employers like Johnson and Johnson, Merck, and Honeywell maintain significant operations. Industrial hygiene, chemical process safety, and DOT compliance are among the most sought-after specialties in New Jersey listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About GenScript
Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.
Job Title: Sr. EHS Specialist
Location: Piscataway, NJ (Fully Onsite)
Reports to: Director of US Site Operations
Compensation: The estimated salary range is $85,000 - $100,000, based on experience.
Job Overview:
We're looking for a hands-on Senior EHS Specialist for our New Jersey research labs, including BSL-2 areas. You'll help build out EHS programs at our existing labs, bring EHS into the design of new facilities early, and manage safety on our construction projects. You'll work independently and own your programs from start to finish.
Job Responsibilities:
- Build and run EHS programs at our existing labs, including chemical hygiene, hazard communication, PPE, lockout/tagout and waste management, and write the procedures and training that go with them
- Support BSL-2 biosafety: biological waste, spill response, lab audits
- Run regular lab and facility inspections, and check safety equipment such as fume hoods, eyewash stations, safety showers and fire extinguishers
- Keep the chemical inventory and SDS library current, and make sure chemicals are stored and labeled correctly
- Do exposure monitoring where needed, such as air sampling or noise checks, and set up controls based on the results
- Review new equipment, lab moves and process changes for EHS risks before they go live
- Review facility designs for EHS issues, such as lab layout, ventilation, chemical and biological storage and egress, and follow those items through construction and startup
- Oversee contractor safety on our construction sites: review safety plans, issue work permits, walk the site and follow up on findings
- Keep emergency response plans current and run drills
- Train new hires, lab staff and contractors, and keep training records
- Investigate incidents and near misses, find root causes and make sure fixes get done
- Keep OSHA logs, NJ Right to Know filings, waste manifests, permits and other records up to date, and help during regulator and insurer visits
- Track EHS metrics and report on open issues
How We Work:
This is not a desk job. We need someone who walks the labs and job sites, finds the problem and fixes it, rather than writing a report about it and moving on. You'll own your programs, meaning you will follow up until projects or tasks are completed, not just raising issues for other people to solve. We operate as a lean team, so everyone rolls up their sleeves. If you like building things from the ground up and seeing the results, you'll fit in here.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in EHS, environmental science, engineering or a related field, and 5+ years of EHS work
- Experience in research labs or biotech/pharma, ideally including BSL-2
- Experience working on facility design reviews and construction site safety
- CSP, ASP, CHMM or a similar certification is a plus
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Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About GenScript
Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.
Job Title: Sr. EHS Specialist
Location: Piscataway, NJ (Fully Onsite)
Reports to: Director of US Site Operations
Compensation: The estimated salary range is $85,000 - $100,000, based on experience.
Job Overview:
We're looking for a hands-on Senior EHS Specialist for our New Jersey research labs, including BSL-2 areas. You'll help build out EHS programs at our existing labs, bring EHS into the design of new facilities early, and manage safety on our construction projects. You'll work independently and own your programs from start to finish.
Job Responsibilities:
- Build and run EHS programs at our existing labs, including chemical hygiene, hazard communication, PPE, lockout/tagout and waste management, and write the procedures and training that go with them
- Support BSL-2 biosafety: biological waste, spill response, lab audits
- Run regular lab and facility inspections, and check safety equipment such as fume hoods, eyewash stations, safety showers and fire extinguishers
- Keep the chemical inventory and SDS library current, and make sure chemicals are stored and labeled correctly
- Do exposure monitoring where needed, such as air sampling or noise checks, and set up controls based on the results
- Review new equipment, lab moves and process changes for EHS risks before they go live
- Review facility designs for EHS issues, such as lab layout, ventilation, chemical and biological storage and egress, and follow those items through construction and startup
- Oversee contractor safety on our construction sites: review safety plans, issue work permits, walk the site and follow up on findings
- Keep emergency response plans current and run drills
- Train new hires, lab staff and contractors, and keep training records
- Investigate incidents and near misses, find root causes and make sure fixes get done
- Keep OSHA logs, NJ Right to Know filings, waste manifests, permits and other records up to date, and help during regulator and insurer visits
- Track EHS metrics and report on open issues
How We Work:
This is not a desk job. We need someone who walks the labs and job sites, finds the problem and fixes it, rather than writing a report about it and moving on. You'll own your programs, meaning you will follow up until projects or tasks are completed, not just raising issues for other people to solve. We operate as a lean team, so everyone rolls up their sleeves. If you like building things from the ground up and seeing the results, you'll fit in here.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in EHS, environmental science, engineering or a related field, and 5+ years of EHS work
- Experience in research labs or biotech/pharma, ideally including BSL-2
- Experience working on facility design reviews and construction site safety
- CSP, ASP, CHMM or a similar certification is a plus
#LI-EB1
#GS
Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The qualifications that appear most often in EHS specialist jobs across New Jersey.
- Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional credential preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field
- Working knowledge of OSHA general industry and construction standards
- Experience conducting incident investigations and implementing corrective action plans
- Familiarity with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection reporting requirements
- Proficiency with EHS management software and OSHA recordkeeping systems
EHS Specialist Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a ehs specialist in New Jersey?
Most ehs specialist positions in New Jersey require a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental science, or industrial hygiene. While New Jersey does not issue a state-specific EHS license, employers strongly favor candidates who hold the Associate Safety Professional credential as a stepping stone to the Certified Safety Professional designation through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Familiarity with New Jersey DEP regulations gives candidates a concrete advantage in pharmaceutical and chemical industry hiring.
How much do EHS specialists make in New Jersey?
EHS specialists in New Jersey earn a median of about $90,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $54,580 for the lowest 10% to over $128,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire ehs specialists in New Jersey?
Employers hiring ehs specialists in New Jersey right now include Amazon, Veolia, and GenScript ProBio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, chemical processors, and large logistics hubs means sustained year-round demand from both corporate safety departments and on-site contractor safety teams.
Which New Jersey cities have the most ehs specialist jobs?
Leonia, Carteret, and Piscataway have the most ehs specialist openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors the market through its port operations, logistics facilities, and proximity to corporate headquarters, while Edison and Parsippany draw consistent postings from the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical companies that cluster along the Route 1 and I-287 corridors.
Are there remote ehs specialist jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. EHS specialist work is largely hands-on, requiring site inspections, incident investigations, and in-person training that cannot be done remotely. About 50% of ehs specialist openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be corporate EHS program manager or compliance documentation roles rather than field-facing positions.
How can I get hired as a ehs specialist in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an EHS coordinator or safety technician role at one of New Jersey's large pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturers, which regularly hire candidates who hold the Associate Safety Professional credential but lack field experience. Companies operating under strict EPA and OSHA consent agreements often run structured new-hire EHS training cohorts. Lateral moves from quality assurance technician, environmental compliance aide, or facilities coordinator roles are common on-ramps, and completing OSHA 30-hour certification before applying strengthens any entry-level application.
Where can I find and apply to ehs specialist jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to ehs specialist jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Jersey openings. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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