<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Working at Abbott</b></p><p></p><p>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:</p><ul><li>Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.</li><li>Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.</li><li>An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution ·</li><li>Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><span>Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. Our extensive portfolio includes drug-eluting stents, bare metal stents, guide wires, balloon dilatation catheters, imaging catheters and software, vessel closure devices and peripheral stents.</span></p><p></p><p><span>Our location in </span><b><u><span>Santa Clara, CA</span></u></b><span>, currently has an opportunity for an </span><b><u><span>EHS Specialist. </span></u></b></p><p></p><p><span>WHAT YOU’LL DO</span></p><p>Working without appreciable supervision, leads and supports EHS programs and assists in the development, implementation, and monitoring of <span>programs/policies/practices</span> to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and effective injury and illness prevention programs.</p><p></p><p><span>Core Job Responsibilities:</span></p><ul><li><p>In support of site EHS team, coordinate and lead safety and health compliance activities, programs and prevention efforts.</p></li><li><p>Applies basic technical knowledge/skills to EHS programs and systems.</p></li><li><p>Support EHS programs in performing training, workplace incident investigations, inspections and internal audits as directed.</p></li><li><p>Support EHS programs in the management of hazardous waste activities as needed.</p></li><li><p>Develop and lead compliance training.</p></li><li><p>Review and maintain SDS database and site chemical inventories.</p></li><li><p>Supports EHS management in conducting reviews for facility modification, new product development, product modification and new equipment/machinery as directed.</p></li><li><p>On call for EHS emergencies (24/7).</p></li><li><p>Work under the direct supervision of the EHS Management, while independently working and solving day-to-day problems. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.</p></li><li><p>Supports EHS management in the maintenance of the facility’s Emergency Response and Fire Plans.</p></li><li><p>Supports EHS management in the gathering of data for the establishment of report metrics pertinent to EHS activities.</p></li><li><p>Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.</p></li><li><p>Conveys information effectively through formal and informal documents and meetings with team members.</p></li><li><p>Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><span>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING</span></p><p><span>Minimum Education:</span></p><ul><li><p>Associates degree in related field is required.</p></li><li><p>Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, Occupational Health, Engineering, science, or closely related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><span>Minimum Experience / Training Required:</span></p><ul><li><p>1-2 years of experience is typical for this position</p></li><li><p>Previous internship experience preferred</p></li><li><p>Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.</p></li><li><p>Solid leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment.</p></li><li><p>Solid verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.</p></li><li><p>Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.</p></li><li><p>Good organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.</p></li><li><p>Ability to travel approximately 10%, as needed.</p></li><li><p>Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Apply Now</b></p><p></p><p>Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: <span>www.abbottbenefits.com.</span></p><p></p><p>Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.</p><p></p><p>Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at <span>www.facebook.com/Abbott</span> and on Twitter @AbbottNews.</p><p><span>.</span></p><br><br><p>The base pay for this position is $81,500.00 – $141,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.