Robert Materia
About Robert Materia
Robert Materia is the Director of Corporate EHS Evaluation at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, with over 28 years of experience in various EHS management roles at the company.
Current Title and Role
Robert Materia currently holds the position of Director Corporate EHS Evaluation at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, United States. In this role, he is responsible for evaluating and ensuring the effectiveness of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs within the corporation. His extensive experience in EHS management provides him with the expertise needed to oversee and improve safety protocols and compliance standards.
Professional Background
Robert Materia has had a longstanding career at Bristol-Myers Squibb spanning over 28 years. He has held various roles within the company, starting with Coordinator EHS Training from 1993 to 1995, then moving on to Manager Fire and Loss Prevention from 1995 to 2002. He was promoted to Associate Director Cehs, serving from 2002 to 2008. His diverse experience in these roles has equipped him with in-depth knowledge of EHS management, training, and fire and loss prevention.
Previous Positions and Experience
Before his extensive career at Bristol-Myers Squibb, Robert Materia worked at PSEG as Lead Engineer EHS for 13 years, from 1980 to 1993, in Newark, New Jersey. During his time at PSEG, he developed significant expertise in environmental health and safety engineering. His role involved ensuring that EHS guidelines were adhered to, which laid a strong foundation for his future roles in EHS management and evaluation.
Educational Background
Robert Materia has an academic background that complements his professional experience in EHS. He studied Management and Environmental Studies at Montclair State University from 1991 to 1993. Prior to that, he earned a degree in Teaching and Education from Birmingham-Southern College, where he studied from 1975 to 1979. This solid educational foundation in both management and environmental studies has been instrumental in his successful career in EHS.
Expertise in EHS Auditing
With over 15 years of experience in environmental health and safety auditing, Robert Materia has developed a deep understanding of EHS standards and practices. His role as Director Corporate EHS Evaluation involves auditing and assessing the effectiveness of EHS programs, ensuring that all activities comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.