Abbott
Overview
Join to apply for the EHS Specialist II - Sylmar, CA role at Abbott 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, high caliber Environmental Specialist II to support our California sites. This position will work without appreciable supervision, in the leadership and support of our environmental program. You will assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs, policies, and practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and effective injury and illness prevention programs and well as have an active role in our organization. What You’ll Work On
Collaborate with site EHS team and enterprise environmental manager, handle and lead environmental compliance activities, programs and prevention efforts Lead EHS programs in performing environmental analyses, training, workplace incident investigations, inspections and internal audits as directed You will support department programs in the management of hazardous waste activities including the collection, transportation and disposal of all hazardous waste in compliance with all applicable laws Review new hazardous materials and check incoming material for MSDS’s, rare usage and storage characteristics; work with end users to ensure proper usage and disposal. Provide mentorship 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 Selects and applies environmental management principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design practical solutions to difficult environmental issues Support maintenance of the Facility’s Emergency Response and Fire Plans Supports site Safety and Emergency Coordinator process and other duties as assigned to inspect and procure accident response and disaster preparedness materials and equipment and oversee applicable training as needed You are responsible for capturing 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 Aligns with FDA regulations, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments Required Qualifications
Environmental work experience, Bachelor’s Degree in environmental studies, health sciences, or an equivalent academic field Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model 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 feedback, build relationships and improve business results Perform effectively within a team in a dynamic changing environment Solid verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization Ability to travel approximately 25%, as needed Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the medical device industry ISO 14001 and sustainability program experience would be helpful It has been and will continue to be the policy of Abbott to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with this policy, Abbott will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. Apply Now The base pay for this position is $79,500.00 – $138,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Join to apply for the EHS Specialist II - Sylmar, CA role at Abbott 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, high caliber Environmental Specialist II to support our California sites. This position will work without appreciable supervision, in the leadership and support of our environmental program. You will assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs, policies, and practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and effective injury and illness prevention programs and well as have an active role in our organization. What You’ll Work On
Collaborate with site EHS team and enterprise environmental manager, handle and lead environmental compliance activities, programs and prevention efforts Lead EHS programs in performing environmental analyses, training, workplace incident investigations, inspections and internal audits as directed You will support department programs in the management of hazardous waste activities including the collection, transportation and disposal of all hazardous waste in compliance with all applicable laws Review new hazardous materials and check incoming material for MSDS’s, rare usage and storage characteristics; work with end users to ensure proper usage and disposal. Provide mentorship 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 Selects and applies environmental management principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design practical solutions to difficult environmental issues Support maintenance of the Facility’s Emergency Response and Fire Plans Supports site Safety and Emergency Coordinator process and other duties as assigned to inspect and procure accident response and disaster preparedness materials and equipment and oversee applicable training as needed You are responsible for capturing 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 Aligns with FDA regulations, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments Required Qualifications
Environmental work experience, Bachelor’s Degree in environmental studies, health sciences, or an equivalent academic field Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model 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 feedback, build relationships and improve business results Perform effectively within a team in a dynamic changing environment Solid verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization Ability to travel approximately 25%, as needed Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the medical device industry ISO 14001 and sustainability program experience would be helpful It has been and will continue to be the policy of Abbott to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with this policy, Abbott will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. Apply Now The base pay for this position is $79,500.00 – $138,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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