Job Purpose
To ensure a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace by implementing EHS policies, ensuring compliance with legal and cosmetic industry standards, and supporting safe manufacturing, laboratory, and packaging operations.
Key Responsibilities
Environment (E)
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to cosmetics manufacturing (waste, effluents, emissions).
- Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste (chemicals, rejected cosmetics, packaging waste).
- Coordinate with authorized vendors for waste disposal.
- Monitor water usage, effluent treatment, and pollution control systems.
- Support sustainability initiatives (waste reduction, eco-friendly practices).
Health & Safety (HS)
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and SOPs.
- Conduct risk assessments for:
- Cosmetic formulation labs
- Bulk manufacturing
- Filling & packing lines
- Warehousing & storage
- Ensure safe handling, storage, and labeling of raw materials, fragrances, chemicals, and solvents.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses; implement corrective actions.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and internal audits.
- Manage PPE programs and ensure employee compliance.
- Coordinate emergency preparedness (fire safety, chemical spills, evacuation drills).
Training & Awareness
- Conduct EHS induction and periodic safety training for employees, contract staff, and visitors.
- Train employees on:
- Chemical safety (MSDS/SDS)
- Laboratory safety
- Fire safety and emergency response
- Promote a strong safety culture across all departments.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with local EHS laws, labor safety regulations, and factory acts.
- Maintain EHS documentation, permits, and records.
- Support customer and third-party audits (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, GMP, customer audits).
- Liaise with government authorities and regulatory bodies as required.
Collaboration
- Work closely with Production, Quality, R&D, Engineering, and HR teams.
- Support GMP and hygiene requirements specific to cosmetic private labeling.
- Participate in management reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
- EHS certifications (NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent) preferred.
- Knowledge of cosmetic manufacturing processes and GMP is an advantage.
Experience
- 1015 years of EHS experience in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, or chemical manufacturing.
- Experience in private label manufacturing is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and best practices
- Risk assessment and incident investigation
- Good communication and training skills
- Attention to detail and documentation
- Ability to work cross-functionally
