Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Fast paced work environment where your safety is our priority

• Production areas that are  clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled

• Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

• Health care and well-being programs  including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs,  Medical Benefits start day 1

• Vacation – 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays

• 401(k)  retirement savings with a  generous company match

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

• The stability of a company  with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

The Opportunity

As the EHS Manager you will be responsible for managing, developing, administering and implementing programs designed to reduce risks and minimize losses associated with employee safety, industrial hygiene, fire protection, environmental issues, and occupational health. You will ensure compliance with all Corporate, Divisional, local, state and federal regulations pertaining to Environmental, Health and Safety. Local responsibility for site security. This role serves as a member of the site senior staff leadership team.

What You’ll Work On

• Ensure compliance to all applicable business policies, laws and regulations, inclusive of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, and processes.

• Interface with internal and external regulatory agencies, community organizations, and division/corporate entities related to EHS&S.

• Determine the site EHS&S goals, strategy and objectives in conjunction with division and corporate initiatives; execute plans through functional direct and indirect reports while providing leadership, coaching and direction.

• Develop plans to ensure continuous improvements that will benefit operations and overall effectiveness of site safety in liaison with site and division leadership.

• Accountable for ensuring there are zero accidents or environmental observations from a regulatory body by creating a risk mitigation environment, developing environmental sustainability plans and business continuity planning.

• Maintain current knowledge of all Environmental, Health, Safety and Security Standards, including local and state regulatory requirements.

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert to all levels of the site on all safety, environmental and health issues on plant/departmental projects, engineering projects, new equipment installations, product/supply changes, etc.

• Develop and implement robust site procedures, practices, and guidelines through collaboration with site leadership and division EHS.

• Implement EHS Technical and Management standards and ensure thorough emergency response systems, policies and procedures are in place and up to date.

• Ensure timely and relevant communications to and from all levels of the organization, including ensuring communications between affected reporting areas and to related departments.

• Lead the safety metrics for site i.e. environmental metrics, EHS&S inspection findings, proactive/reactive data and use the data to identify and reduce risks.

• Provide assistance in all aspects of incident investigation, verifying the root cause and approving implementation of preventive actions.

• Oversee the site Security team and related security programs to ensure risk mitigation and compliance.

• Ensure compliance with the FDA Intentional Adulteration Rule as the owner of the site’s Food Defense Plan.

• Attract, develop and retain a diverse qualified staff through effective training, succession planning strategies and ongoing performance feedback.

• Drive a culture of engagement and inclusivity throughout the organization through clear communication, collaboration and recognition.

• Manage the financial performance of the department budget.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or Engineering

• 5+ years experience in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or a related field

• 3+ years experience of people leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 40 hr. Training Certification

• Hazardous Material Transportation (HAZWOPER)

• Relevant experience in a food manufacturing facility

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity and a Military/Veteran Friendly employer.

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The base pay for this position is $113,300.00 – $226,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.