Manager Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) at Abbott

Altavista, Virginia, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Nutrition, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Ensure compliance with all Corporate, Divisional, local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to Environmental, Health, and Safety, including U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, and processes
  • Interface with internal and external regulatory agencies, community organizations, and division/corporate entities related to EHS&S
  • Maintain current knowledge of all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security Standards, including local and state regulatory requirements
  • Serve as the Subject Matter Expert to all levels of the site on all safety, environmental, and health issues
  • Local responsibility for site security
  • Serve as a member of the site senior staff leadership team

Responsibilities

  • Manage, develop, administer, and implement programs designed to reduce risks and minimize losses associated with employee safety, industrial hygiene, fire protection, environmental issues, and occupational health
  • Determine the site EHS&S goals, strategy, and objectives in conjunction with division and corporate initiatives
  • Execute plans through functional direct and indirect reports while providing leadership, coaching, and direction
  • Develop plans to ensure continuous improvements that will benefit operations and overall effectiveness of site safety in liaison with site and division leadership
  • Accountable for ensuring there are zero accidents or environmental observations from a regulatory body by creating a risk mitigation environment, developing environmental sustainability plans, and business continuity planning

Skills

EHS Management
OSHA Compliance
Environmental Regulations
Risk Assessment
Safety Training
Incident Investigation
Auditing
Regulatory Compliance
Hazard Analysis
ISO 14001

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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