Don Perla
About Don Perla
Don Perla is an EHS Senior Specialist at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, with over 20 years of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Don Perla is currently working as an EHS Senior Specialist at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, United States. In this role, he focuses on ensuring workplace safety and compliance with environmental regulations. His extensive experience in managing safety programs plays a key role in maintaining a safe work environment at the company.
Previous Roles at Raytheon and Aspen Aerogels
Don Perla has amassed considerable experience in Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) management through his roles at Raytheon and Aspen Aerogels. At Raytheon, he served as an EHS Manager II from 2015 to 2018 in Waltham, Massachusetts. Here, he was responsible for managing safety programs and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Prior to this, he worked at Aspen Aerogels as an EH&S Manager for one year from 2013 to 2014 in Northborough, Massachusetts.
Experience in Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology
Don Perla has significant experience in the pharmaceuticals and biotechnology sectors, having worked in several EH&S roles at prominent companies. He worked as an EH&S Manager at Joule Unlimited Technologies in 2012 and at Ironwood Pharmaceuticals from 2009 to 2012 in Boston, Massachusetts. He also held the position of SH&E Manager at Cabot Corporation in 2008 and EH&S Manager at Barry Controls from 2007 to 2008.
Educational Background
Don Perla has a robust educational background. He earned a Master's degree in Occupational Health from Keene State College in one year, from 2016 to 2017. Prior to this, he studied at Anna Maria College from 2005 to 2007. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Fitchburg State University, which he obtained from 1985 to 1989.
Over 20 Years in EH&S
With over 20 years of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field, Don Perla has demonstrated expertise in managing EH&S programs across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and aerospace. His experience includes conducting safety training, developing safety policies and procedures, and implementing safety programs that have greatly improved workplace safety. He has been involved in EH&S audits and inspections and has worked on projects related to hazardous waste management and pollution prevention.