Sr. Manager, EHS

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 and Safety (EHS) Manager handles 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.

Your Team

Baxter is a multidisciplinary environment, we are always learning from others and exchanging ideas! This means we are open to new opinions and encourage Baxter employees always to be their authentic selves and celebrate our various backgrounds.

A manufacturing facility is a high-energy environment with little downtime. We have robust processes that ensure our employees are safe and healthy—both mentally and physically. We pride ourselves on being top of the line regarding cleanliness and safety!

We provide opportunities for you to continue to learn through training, conferences, certifications, and support for advanced degrees. Growth from role to role or level to level is encouraged and is supported by management to ensure employees are consistently engaged with their work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop, implement, manage, and/or ensure compliance for Environmental, Safety, & 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.

• Track and direct the facility regarding new air permits related to operations and construction.

• Negotiate and secure contracts for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal.

• Lead and provide technical guidance to, Environmental & Safety Associates and Occupational Nursing staff.

• 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 external 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 validation of the quarterly ERS data from individual facilities. Develop regional EHS reports as needed.

• Provide a monthly summary to regional 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%.

What You'll Bring

• BS Degree in Environmental, Safety or related field required. MS Degree preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in a related position, with a proven track record of success in the field.

• Must be conversant in EPA, OSHA, and DOT