Senior Manager, EHS&S

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your role at Baxter

The Senior Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability 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, lead, and/or ensure compliance for Environmental, Safety, Sustainability and industrial hygiene compliance programs

• Evaluate and act upon new environmental and& safety regulations. 

• Execute the elements EHSS Management System (including ISO 14001 & 45001) as necessary  

• Develop and maintain Goals, Targets and Key Performance indicators for all EHS programs as appropriate 

• Lead the EHSS Governance teams (Emergency Response Team, Safety Committee, etc.)  

• Oversight of operations and maintenance for the wastewater treatment plant. 

• Lead site activities which impact areas of environmental and/or safety compliance with Federal, State, or Local regulations. 

• Effectively works with all levels of organization including direct labor through senior management, and influences improvement. 

• Partner with leadership to investigate Safety and Environmental incidents and non-compliance events to facilitate mitigation of identified gaps. 

• In collaboration with management, assist in developing and implementing site policies concerning environmental and safety issues EHS&S Programs.  ​

• Monitor and advise the facility regarding environmental permitting requirements related to operations and construction. 

• Manage and secure contracts for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal program. 

• Supervise and provide technical guidance to EHS&S team, including EHS&S Engineer, and Occupational Health Nurse and Wastewater Treatment Operators.  ​

• Primary contact for regulatory agencies such as EPA and OSHA for inspections, permitting, and reporting. 

• Ability to participate in EHS assurance reviews at other Baxter facilities.

• Assure that plans are developed and implemented to assure that Baxter’s activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws. 

• Provide information and direction to management on potential threats to the business that may result in legal action against our organization or company officers.

• Facilitate the EHS training program and development ; develop written programs where applicable. 

• Partner with Human Resources to champion Employee Wellness Programs

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.

• Must be conversant in EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations.

• Must hold a registered professional certifications in EHS field (i.e. CHMM, CSP, or CIH).

Physical/Safety Requirements

• Wearing personal protective equipment in the form or eye, head and foot protection, hearing protection and may require the occasional use of a respirator.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

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 employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $128,000 to $176,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

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