EHS Specialist I

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

Main Purpose of the Role

Working without appreciable supervision, leads and supports environmental program and assists in the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs/policies/practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and effective injury and illness prevention programs.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• In support of site EHS team and enterprise environmental manager, coordinate and lead environmental compliance activities, programs and prevention efforts.
• Support EHS programs in performing environmental analyses, training, workplace incident investigations, inspections and internal audits as directed.
• Support EHS programs in the management of hazardous waste activities including the collection, transportation and disposal of all hazardous waste in compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Review new hazardous materials and check incoming material for MSDS's, unique usage and storage characteristics. Works with end user to ensure proper usage and disposal. Provides guidance as necessary.
• Develop and lead compliance training.
• Review and maintain SDS database and site chemical inventories.
• Supports EHS management in conducting reviews for facility modification, new product development, product modification and new equipment/machinery as directed.
• On call for EHS emergencies (24/7).
• Support ISO 14001 process and its maintenance.
• Responsible for assigned duties and tasks as defined by the Environmental Management System.
• Work under the direct supervision of the EHS Management, while independently working and solving day-to-day problems. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Selects and applies environmental management principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design imaginative, thorough and practical solutions to difficult environmental issues.
• Supports EHS management in the maintenance of the facility's Emergency Response and Fire Plans.
• Supports site Safety Coordinators and Emergency Coordinator process and other duties as assigned. Inspect and procure emergency response and disaster preparedness materials and equipment and coordinate applicable training as needed.
• Supports EHS management in the gathering of data for the establishment of report metrics pertinent to EHS activities.
• Support all initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) In environmental studies, health sciences, or an equivalent academic field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Experience/Background

• 0-2 years of Environmental work experience.

• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model is preferred.

• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

• Solid leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.

• Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment.

• Solid verbal and written communication with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

• Multi-tasks prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner.

• Good organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.

• Ability to travel approximately 20%, as needed.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

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.

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The base pay for this position is $73,900.00 - $116,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.