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EHS Specialist

Atlanta, GA, USA

230 Days ago

Job Description


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.

Working at Abbott

At 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 (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html)

student debt program, and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html)

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 Atlanta, GA location in the Heart Failure Division. In Abbott?s Heart Failure (HF) business, we're developing solutions to diagnose, monitor and manage heart failure, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

The EHS Specialist will support multiple sites within the Heart Failure business unit under the direction and guidance of the EHS Manager. Working with little supervision, applies established EHS principles, practices, regulations and internal standards, interacts with customers and is solutions-minded in planning, directing and completing EHS assignments. Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

What You'll Work On

Project Management:

Independently plans and conducts assigned projects;

Manages multiple, often concurrent, projects and meets deadlines;

Facilitates the definition of a project scope with stakeholders;

Independently performs feasibility studies related to project alternatives;

Develops schedules (with metrics if required) and seeks concurrence from stakeholders;

Responsible for achieving the project's targets or deliverable's.

Coordinate with stakeholders, and engineering operations to develop projects.

Oversee progress of the projects through various meetings.

Conduct capital expense requests and support requests for capital/ expense (RCE) checklists.

Technical:

Applies technical knowledge/skills to EHS programs and systems.

Anticipates future business/EHS needs and develops new skills as appropriate.

Benchmarks internally and externally.

Independently executes, and/or directs others in the planning and execution of projects.

Designs and leads projects.

Reports findings.

Prepares and communicates recommendations and respective action plans.

Presents technical information in an understandable format to non-technical audiences.

Has recognized expertise in theories, principles and analytical tools.

Experienced with regulatory requirements: OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and other federal and state regulations.

Be able to manage permit requirements and documentation for wastewater and other environmental aspects as needed. Ensure proper documentation and data analytics, metrics associated with permits.

Manage hazardous and universal waste program.

Manage dangerous goods program (49-CFR and IATA).

Manage respiratory protection and industrial hygiene program.

Performs risk assessments and program self-assessments.

Provides oversight of hazard communication regulatory requirements and chemical safety.

Supports sites emergency response team.

Problem Solving / Innovation:

Produces value added and cost-effective results.

Identifies, analyzes and resolves existing/new EHS challenges.

Integrates EHS solutions across the business within regulatory constraints.

Conducts investigations and root cause analysis.

Provides recommendations as appropriate.

Develops solutions to a wide range of complex problems where in-depth analysis is required.

Anticipates future trends, obstacles and barriers as they relate to technical expertise and develops strategies to address.

Organizational Interface:

Mentors others by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.

Interfaces with regulatory agencies, trade groups and peers from similar organizations.

Represents the company in external meetings.

Communicate information effectively and in a timely manner with team members.

Establishes networks.

Is a good listener and open to suggestions; shares resources, knowledge and serves as an EHS expert in cross-functional projects.

Builds professional relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Identifies training needs.

Develops amends and conducts training.

Prepares and delivers presentations intended to motivate or persuade others to adopt a specific recommendation or course of action.

Compliance:

Supports compliance with all applicable regulations and internal standards.

Stays current on changing technical requirements, regulations and standards.

Identifies potential EHS risks and consequences of new and modified processes/systems/regulations and takes appropriate action.

Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required documentation.

Can identify potential EHS consequences of non-conformance and takes appropriate action.

Represents the function during external regulatory inspections and internal audits.

Analyzes and communicates EHS performance data.

Responsible for achieving or contributing towards EHS targets.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in environmental health safety, Engineering, Science, or closely related or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competencies.

Minimum 2 years relevant experience.

Demonstrate competencies within the following: Set Vision & Strategy, Anticipate, Innovate, Build and Deliver Results.

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of desired EHS and/or operational experience.

Proficient in using MS Office and systems for data management and reporting.

Professional certification(s) desirable. ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM

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

www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

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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www.abbott.com , on Facebook at

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The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com

Key Skills Required

HTMLProject ManagementData AnalyticsMS OfficeAnalysisAnalyticsCareer DevelopmentChemical SafetyCommunicationComplianceData ManagementDevelopmentDocumentationEnvironmentalEnvironmental HealthGood ListenerGuidanceHazard CommunicationHealthcareInnovationManagementMeets DeadlinesPerformance DataPolicies and ProceduresProblem SolvingProper DocumentationRCRARegulatory RequirementsReimbursementReportingRoot Cause AnalysisScienceSecurityStrategySupervisionTechnical InformationTechnical KnowledgeTimelinessTrainingInternational

Job Overview


Job Function: Manufacturing

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 / Annual Salary

Experience: 3 - 4 yrs

Contact Information


Company about us:

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to improving the lives of people around the world. With a diverse portfolio of life-changing technologies, we are committed to helping people live healthier, fuller lives at every stage. Our company is driven by a strong mission to provide innovative solutions that address...

Company Name: Abbott

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: https://www.abbott.com/

Headquarter: Abbott Park, Illinois, USA 60064-3500

Industry: Hospital / Healthcare

Company Size: 10000+ Employees

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