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Baxter International Inc.

EHS&S Specialist

Baxter International Inc., Round Lake, Illinois, United States, 60073

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Baxter International Inc. . This position will be responsible for providing EHS support and will be a trusted partner to our employees and managers to drive safety and sustainability progress within a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role will work with the EHS Manager in planning and executing Baxter’s environmental, health and safety programs to sustain and improve performance and ensure a positive, safe, healthful, and incident-free work environment. The candidate will possess a high degree of motivation, ability to communicate, influence and collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization. The candidate must demonstrate a willingness to be hands-on, learn rapidly, and make a positive impact. What you’ll do

Use influence to advance EHS&S compliance/programs with proactive, transparent and effective messaging in line with Baxter Corporate policies, State and Federal regulations. Assist with the administration and implementation of EHS policies and programs. Execute the elements EHS&S Management System (including ISO 14001) as necessary. Proactively identify potential EHS hazards through risk assessments, Gemba walks, inspections, etc., and drive timely corrective actions. Develop relationships with other functions (e.g., Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities) to ensure EHS&S aspects are considered at the beginning of new/changing operations and drive improvement of existing EHS&S methods and techniques. Provide specialized training to Baxter employees (e.g. LOTO, Confined Space). Assist in emergency response and preparedness activities. Assist with annual department goals according to key metrics (TRIR, energy consumption) that are measured throughout the organization. Work independently to perform EHS inspections and audits of facilities, processes and equipment and ensure timely closure of identified corrective and preventive actions. Partner with management and others on the investigation of incidents, including near-misses, to identify root causes and corrective/preventive actions. Perform industrial hygiene activities such as air and noise monitoring. Evaluate hazardous conditions and practices, including managing Job Hazard Analyses (JHA’s) to develop and implement hazard control practices and programs. Implement solutions that support management's efforts to improve and maintain compliance and best practices, including leading the lockout/tagout and other essential EHS programs. Research industry best practices to ensure world-class leadership in EHS&S. Perform other duties as assigned. What you’ll bring

Candidate must not be allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin. B.S. Degree in Environmental, Safety, Engineering or related field required. Minimum of 2 years of related experience in manufacturing environments in areas such as: Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality or Operational Excellence. Experience with EHS&S programs (Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, PPE, Powered Industrial trucks, Industrial Hygiene, Hazardous Waste, etc). Must have deep knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and DOT. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing plant setting. Ability to read and interpret documents such as corporate rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Proven track record of interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments and lead effectively in a team environment. Ability to work both independently and on a team. Ability to translate, statistically analyze data, and effectively report problems through written and/or graphical formats. Self-motivated, strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. Excellent computer skills. Good communication, written and oral skills. Excellent organizational skills, problem solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle a broad range of tasks simultaneously and prioritize and work cross-functionally in a highly-matrixed environment. Working knowledge of medical products industry preferred. Experience with ISO14001 preferred. Data Management responsibilities include EHS CAPA tracking, waste documentation, regulatory submittals, and other duties as assigned. Compensation and Benefits

The estimated base salary for this position is $68,000-$93,500 annually. The range reflects an anticipated salary range for the position and may be adjusted based on location, skills, experience, and other factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us with your request. Recruitment Fraud Notice

Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams. To protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.

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