Environmental Health & Safety Specialist - Abbott (Job)

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Full-time Position

Closing Date: June 21, 2026

Degree Level(s): PreBach

Salary Range: $81,500.00 - $141,300.00

Posted: May 21, 2026

Description:

Working without appreciable supervision, leads and supports EHS programs and assists in the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs/policies/practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and effective injury and illness prevention programs.

 

Core Job Responsibilities:

  • In support of site EHS team, coordinate and lead safety and health compliance activities, programs and prevention efforts.

  • Applies basic technical knowledge/skills to EHS programs and systems.

  • Support EHS programs in performing training, workplace incident investigations, inspections and internal audits as directed.

  • Support EHS programs in the management of hazardous waste activities as needed.

  • Develop and lead compliance training.

  • Review and maintain SDS database and site chemical inventories.

  • Supports EHS management in conducting reviews for facility modification, new product development, product modification and new equipment/machinery as directed.

  • On call for EHS emergencies (24/7).

  • 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.

  • Supports EHS management in the maintenance of the facility’s Emergency Response and Fire Plans.

  • Supports EHS management in the gathering of data for the establishment of report metrics pertinent to EHS activities.

  • Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

 

Skills/Eligibility:

Minimum Education:

  • Associates degree in related field is required.

  • Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, Occupational Health, Engineering, science, or closely related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence.

 

 

Minimum Experience / Training Required:

  • 1-2 years of experience is typical for this position

  • Previous internship experience preferred

  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

  • Solid leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.

  • Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment.

  • Solid verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

  • Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

  • Good organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.

  • Ability to travel approximately 10%, as needed.

  • Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

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