Emily Gajan
About Emily Gajan
Emily Gajan serves as the Regional Environmental, Health & Safety Director at Berry Global, Inc., where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in EHS operations and training program development in the pharmaceuticals and plastics manufacturing sectors.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Emily Gajan has been serving as the Regional Environmental, Health & Safety Director at Berry Global, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she has focused on enhancing workplace safety across multiple facilities. She has developed and led training programs on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and workplace safety specifically tailored for employees in the pharmaceuticals and plastics manufacturing sectors. Additionally, she has implemented comprehensive risk management systems that have contributed to improved safety standards within the organization.
Previous Experience at SCORE! Educational Centers
Before her tenure at Berry Global, Inc., Emily Gajan worked as the Center Director at SCORE! Educational Centers from 2006 to 2008. During her two years in this position, she was responsible for overseeing educational programs and managing center operations, which provided her with valuable leadership experience.
Experience at Shire Pharmaceuticals
Emily Gajan's career includes significant experience at Shire Pharmaceuticals, where she held multiple roles from 2008 to 2014. Initially, she worked as a Safety Technician for one year, followed by a five-year tenure as an EHS Specialist II. In these positions, she contributed to the development and implementation of safety protocols, enhancing the overall safety culture within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Emily Gajan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from James Madison University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She also pursued further education at Columbia Southern University, earning a Master of Science degree in Occupational Safety & Health between 2017 and 2020. Her educational background, combined with her extensive experience in environmental health and safety, equips her with a strong foundation in managing EHS operations.
Skills and Communication
Emily Gajan possesses strong communication skills that have been vital in effectively conveying environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures to diverse teams. Her ability to articulate complex EHS concepts has facilitated better understanding and compliance among employees in various operational environments.