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Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (Toxicology)

Abbott

Lake Forest, ILOnsitePosted 24 days ago$129,300.00 - $258,700.00
Full TimeSenior LevelOperations & Supply ChainMedical Device
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Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our division-wide EHS strategy. This leader will be responsible for driving a culture of safety excellence, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and operational risk reduction across multiple Abbott Toxicology manufacturing, distribution, and office locations.

Job description

What You'll Work On

  • Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of EHS programs across all global Toxicology sites, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, business objectives, and regulatory requirements.
  • Establish and drive the Toxicology EHS strategy, priorities, and performance goals to advance safety excellence, environmental stewardship, and operational risk reduction.
  • Provide strategic leadership for Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, and Ergonomics programs, integrating employee well-being into the broader EHS framework.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and strategic direction to a network of EHS professionals across Toxicology sites, influencing performance, capability development, and the consistent execution of EHS programs through strong partnership with site leadership.
  • Develop and implement standardized EHS policies, procedures, management systems, and training programs to ensure consistency and effectiveness across all Toxicology locations.
  • Drive continuous improvement in EHS performance through data analytics, leading and lagging indicators, audits, risk assessments, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Partner closely with Toxicology business leaders, operations, engineering, quality, and human resources to integrate EHS principles into daily operations and long-term business strategies.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with Corporate EHS, Legal, insurance providers, and regulatory agencies on EHS-related matters.
  • Lead investigations of serious incidents and high-potential events, ensuring robust root cause analysis, corrective actions, and sustainable risk mitigation measures.
  • Direct EHS compliance programs and ensure readiness for internal audits, regulatory inspections, and third-party assessments.
  • Oversee the development and execution of EHS-related capital projects and investments, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to reduce operational risk and strengthen compliance.
  • Manage capital planning and budgeting for division-wide EHS initiatives and strategic improvement projects.
  • Champion cultural transformation initiatives that embed safety, accountability, and sustainability into all levels of the organization.
  • Maintain accountability for division EHS plans, the effectiveness of site-level EHS procedures, and the implementation of key risk management initiatives across all Toxicology facilities.
  • Review and approve significant EHS program enhancements, organizational changes, and investment decisions within delegated authority while appropriately escalating enterprise-level risks and strategic decisions to corporate leadership.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive EHS experience, with at least 3 years in a multi-site or regional leadership role.
  • Demonstrated expertise in EHS regulations, compliance, and risk management.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing Occupational Health and Ergonomics programs preferred.
  • Travel up to 25%

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive EHS experience, with at least 3 years in a multi-site or regional leadership role.
  • Demonstrated expertise in EHS regulations, compliance, and risk management.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels.
  • Experience managing Occupational Health and Ergonomics programs preferred.
  • Travel up to 25%

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student debt program
  • Education benefit

Company overview

Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.

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