Sr. EHS&S Manager

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.

The Senior Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of all applicable environmental, safety and industrial hygiene support programs and company policies. The ideal candidate will strategically plan for and assist in compliance with all federal, state, and local EHS regulations; act as primary liaison with external regulatory agencies; communicate Baxter's Global EHS Policies to the regional facilities; and lead roles in some select or specialized EHS programs and/or activities as assigned.

What you'll be doing

• Develop, implement, manage, and/or ensure compliance for Environmental, Safety, and industrial hygiene compliance programs.
• Evaluate and act upon new environmental & safety regulations.
• Manage site activities which impact areas of environmental and/or safety compliance with Federal, State, or Local regulations.
• In collaboration with management, assist in developing and implementing site policies concerning environmental and safety issues.
• In collaboration with HR, oversee all Workman's Comp activities and cases for the facility.
• Monitor and direct the facility regarding permits related to operations and construction.
• Negotiate and secure contracts for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to, Environmental & Safety Associates and Wastewater Treatment Operators.
• Primary contact for regulatory agencies such as EPA and OSHA for inspections, permitting, and reporting.
• Assist with communication, information gathering, evaluating, and responding to events or conditions that are not consistent with our operations.
• Provide facility representation during various EHS audits including outside agency inquiries/inspections.
• Assist with EHS audits at the Corporate and Regional levels.

• Assist in the completion of annual EHS reporting requirements into Baxter's Environmental Reporting System (ERS). Assist in the validation of the quarterly ERS data from individual facilities. Develop regional EHS reports as needed.
• Provide a monthly summary to the regional Associate Director of EHS regarding pertinent facility EHS information.
• Assist with tracking and communication of regulatory requirements within the region.
• Assure that plans are developed and executed to assure that Baxter's activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws.
• Assist facilities with EHS training and develop written programs where applicable
• Provide information and direction to management on potential threats to the business that may result in legal action against our organization or company officers.
• Ability to operate a car and travel via air, rail, or other means of passenger conveyance at frequencies of approximately 5% - 20%.

Qualifications:

• Must be conversant in EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations.
• Must hold a registered professional certification in the environmental or safety field (i.e., CHMM, CSP, or CIH)

What you'll bring

• B.S. Degree in Environmental, Safety, or related field required
• M.S. Degree in Environmental or Safety Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 7 years experience in related position required

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career.At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.To that end, this position has a salary range of $112,000 to $216,000 and also includes an annual incentive bonus, commission target, and/or equity target (strike any, if not applicable). The above range represents the expected salary range for this position.The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

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The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.

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