Manager, Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Job ID: 31155039Company: Abbott LaboratoriesLocation: United States - Michigan - SturgisJob Type: Full timeCategory: OperationsIndustry: HealthcarePosted Date: 2026-07-14Abbott 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.Job TitleManager, Environmental, Health, Safety, & Security (EHS&S)Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This position works out of our Sturgis, MI location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure, and Glucerna – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others. What You’ll Work OnThe Environmental, Health, Safety, & Security (EHS&S) Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS&S programs. The position ensures full compliance with corporate policies and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a safe work environment and minimizing risk to employees, property, and the surrounding community.Lead and manage plant-wide Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHS&S) programs in alignment with corporate, divisional, and regulatory requirementsEnsure compliance with all applicable Corporate, Federal, State, and local EHS laws and regulationsServe as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and maintain strong, cooperative relationshipsProvide leadership, direction, and guidance to management and staff on EHS&S mattersPromote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment for employees and safeguard the surrounding community and environmentDevelop and deliver high-quality EHS&S training programs for employees at all levelsConduct audits of EHS&S programs, identify improvement areas, and ensure timely corrective actionsEvaluate new equipment, materials, chemicals, processes, and procedures for EHS&S complianceOversee and coordinate emergency response activities for the siteManage EHS&S and security budgets and ensure effective resource allocationSupervise and support a team of 11 employeesYou’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures. Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree (with preference for Environmental, Occupational Health, Safety, or related field)5–7 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rolesStrong knowledge of applicable EHS regulatory standards and compliance requirementsExperience managing EHS programs and ensuring plant-wide complianceAbility to interact effectively with regulatory agencies, corporate leadership, and employees at all levelsExperience managing budgets related to EHS and security functionsPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of Michigan Environmental, Health, and Safety regulationsProven leadership experience managing teams and influencing safety cultureExperience in industrial hygiene, occupational health, and facility security programsStrong background in safety training development and deliveryIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)Apply NowLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at , on Facebook at , and on Twitter @AbbottNews.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.Skillsehs program managementregulatory compliancefda complianceosha compliancesafety training developmentincident investigationemergency response coordinationbudget managementfacility security managementindustrial hygieneoccupational healthstakeholder managementregulatory liaisonresource allocationaudit managementcorrective action planningsafety culture development