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.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• 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 Madison, WI location in the Cancer Diagnostics division. Abbott's Cancer Diagnostics business was established through the acquisition of Exact Sciences', bringing together Abbott's global diagnostics leadership with Exact Sciences' expertise in cancer screening and diagnostic testing. Together, we're advancing the early detection of cancer and improving outcomes for patients through innovative, accessible testing solutions. Our combined portfolio and reach allow us to bring life-changing diagnostic technology to more patients, providers, and health systems worldwide.

As the Senior EHS Site Specialist, you'll lead site environmental, health, safety, and biosafety initiatives; drive regulatory compliance and risk reduction; and build a strong culture of employee engagement and accountability.

What You’ll Work On

• Serve as the biosafety officer for blood-processing laboratories.
• Lead the site in achieving environmental, health, and safety (EHS) goals and objectives while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Human Resources, Operations, and Quality, to integrate EHS initiatives into everyday operations.
• Foster an engaged workforce that takes ownership of EHS performance and actively participates in safety and environmental initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in EHS best practices, regulations, and risk management. Provide actionable insights to site leadership and support informed decision-making at the site level.
• Analyze data from safety incidents, audits, inspections, and employee feedback to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement. Recommend corrective actions, monitor safety performance, drive continuous improvement, and refine EHS processes to ensure implementation of best practices.
• Establish, monitor, and report on EHS performance metrics, ensuring goals are met or exceeded.
• Oversee site compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards, including OSHA, EPA, DNR, CDC, DOH, CAP, CLIA, FDA, and New York requirements, and ensure timely and accurate preparation for regulatory inspections and audits.
• Manage regulatory reporting, including OSHA logs and environmental compliance documentation.
• Lead and manage interactions with regulatory agencies and serve as the primary contact during inspections and audits.
• Lead investigations of workplace incidents, identify root causes, and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead the annual update and implementation of risk assessments, job hazard assessments, internal audits, and required regulatory audits. Partner with leadership teams to establish goals and objectives based on key EHS risks.
• Lead required EHS training for site leaders and laboratory staff.
• Lead sustainability initiatives that reduce the company's environmental footprint, with a focus on waste reduction, energy efficiency, and water conservation.
• Oversee the development, testing, and maintenance of emergency response plans and procedures.
• Manage real-time responses to emergencies, ensuring effective communication and coordination with internal teams and external agencies.
• Lead and facilitate EHS engagement through teams and committees established to accomplish annual goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field as outlined in the essential duties; or an associate degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field and 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of EHS experience, preferably within an industrial, manufacturing, or large-scale operational environment.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of relevant OSHA, EPA, DNR, CDC, DOH, CAP, FDA, New York, and CLIA regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer skills, including email and internet navigation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of EHS experience in a biotech manufacturing, medical device technology, clinical laboratory, or research and development environment.
• Experience interpreting and applying biosafety regulations.
• Advanced degree or professional certification, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Experience supporting EHS during a period of rapid business growth.
• Professional working knowledge of creating and implementing new processes or procedures for varied employee groups.
• Professional working knowledge of leading projects from initiation through implementation and follow-up.
• Professional working knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

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