Medtronic

EH&S Lead

Medtronic$137K — $171K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of EHS experience with progressive responsibility
  • 7+ years in a Process Safety Management (PSM) facility
  • Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, chemistry, or environmental science
  • Expertise in federal, state, and local EHS regulations
  • Proven record in developing and implementing EHS programs

Responsibilities

  • Lead EH&S activities to meet quality and financial objectives
  • Manage EH&S projects including planning and scheduling
  • Ensure all environmental and regulatory permits are maintained
  • Conduct training sessions on emergency response and hazardous material handling
  • Monitor and document safety compliance and report hazards to leadership

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid sick days and vacation
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment
Full Job Description
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Lead develops, implements, and monitors company environmental health and safety (EH&S) programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations. Maintains safety equipment inventory, performs periodic safety inspections, and monitors hazardous waste removal vendors. Interacting with a variety of departments conducts training in emergency response and hazardous material handling. Monitors environmental compliance and maintains liaison with appropriate regulatory agencies. Alerts leadership team with corrective action where environmental health and safety hazards exist. What you will do • Leads EH&S activities including planning, implementing, and managing technical performance to ensure quality and financial objectives are attained. • Leads EH&S project(s) including project design and schedule to meet objectives. Leads the development of short and long-term EH&S objectives and recommends goals to management. • Ensures and maintains all necessary permits for Environmental and Regulatory Compliance. • Ensure that appropriate corrective action is taken where health and safety hazards exist. • Leads activities related to EH&S programs and ensures company compliance with any applicable regulations, reviews requirements regarding safety aspects. • Develops appropriate electronic and hard copy reports and records. May develop new or revise existing electronic or hard copy systems and make internal and external presentations. • Collaborates with senior and executive management to develop and implement current and annual technical, schedule, quality, and financial objectives for the EH&S program(s) to ensure strategic business objectives are met. May also participate in the development of annual and long-term objectives for the organization. • Represents the organization as a primary spokesperson with line management, program managers, technical staff, and outside representatives. • Promotes workplace safety, and assists in the development, maintenance, and management of EH&S programs at the site(s), including proactive incident and illness prevention, respiratory protection, contractor safety, and hazardous chemical management. • Completes all regulatory reporting requirements (Fire, OSHA, EPA). • Manage Safety Committee activities, agenda preparation, reports, follow-ups, and incentive programs. • Manage all different safety programs, conduct training, and manage documentation, including but not limited to: Area Safety Representatives (ASR), Lockout/Tagout, Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP), Evacuation Procedures, PPE, Pedestrian Safety, Ergonomics, Heat Stress, Bloodborne Pathogens. • Compiles, analyzes, maintains, and interprets safety statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents, first aid incidents, and near-miss records; conducts root cause analysis for accident reports; and evaluates injury case studies. • Manage, and perform quarterly safety walks with department managers, safety committees, insurance carriers, or consultants. • Support Onboarding and Orientation safety training • Provide support for worker's compensation claims including intake, investigation, reporting, and return to work efforts. • Create, review, and update environment, health, and safety policies in accordance with local regulations and industry best practices. • Ensure all construction activities align with these policies and that workers understand their responsibilities under these guidelines. • Conduct regular site inspections and hazard assessments to identify potential risks, such as unsafe equipment, structural hazards, or environmental threats. • Develop and implement corrective and preventive measures (e.g., engineering controls, administrative controls, or personal protective equipment) to eliminate or reduce risks. • Provide ongoing training sessions and toolbox talks on a variety of topics (e.g., proper use of PPE, safe equipment operation, emergency procedures). • Foster a safety-first culture by engaging workers, supervisors, and subcontractors in proactive discussions about hazards, near-misses, and continuous improvement opportunities. • Investigate all accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents to determine root causes. • Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulations related to environment, health, and safety. • Document findings, prepare incident reports, and develop action plans to prevent recurrence. • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable legal and company reporting requirements. • Oversee proper waste management, pollutant control, and hazardous material handling to minimize environmental impact. • Ability to maintain confidentiality on all issues related to the position. • Adaptability to perform under stress when confronted with emergent, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or situations in which working speed and sustained attention are make-or-break aspects of the job. • Coordinate with government agencies, certification bodies, and internal stakeholders to keep permits up to date and maintain compliance documentation. • May be required to assist in the consolidation and disposal of hazardous waste. • Travel requirements, rare travel may be required. • Performs other duties as assigned or required. Who you are • You have 10+ years of experience in an EHS role with progressively increasing responsibility • You have work experience in a PSM facility for 7+ years • Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, chemistry, or environmental science related field • You are knowledgeable on federal, state and local regulations as well as environmental, health and safety best management practices • You have a proven track record of building out and implementing EHS programs and processes • You have a background in chemical processing, oil & gas, R&D, or similar industrial settings • You have strong written and verbal communication skills • You have the demonstrated ability to deliver results through strong planning, organizing and project or program implementation skills • You are a collaborative problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement Twelve Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Paid sick days and vacation • Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience • Diverse and inclusive work environment At Twelve, it's important each employee is compensated competitively and fairly. In alignment with state legal requirements, Twelve conducts exhaustive research to understand compensation markets. A range for the included position is listed below. Be advised, actual offer details are determined by job category, job location, and candidate skill level. United States Wage Range: $137,280 - $171,600 Please note that some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidate's diverse sets of skill levels.

About Medtronic

Medtronic plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational medical device company that develops and manufactures medical device technologies and therapies to treat chronic diseases worldwide. Medtronic was founded in 1949 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as a medical equipment repair shop. Today, the company operates in more than 160 countries and employs over 90,000 people. Medtronic's primary products include implantable pacemakers and defibrillators, insulin pumps, spinal and neurostimulation devices, surgical tools, and patient monitoring systems. The company is committed to improving patient outcomes and expanding access to healthcare through innovative medical technologies.
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Size
95,000 employees
Market Cap
$102.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1949
5 Year Trend
+1.3%
Revenue
$27.9 billion
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