EHS Specialist

Solventum in; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Solventum is seeking an EHS Specialist to support and lead EHS programs at our Irvine, CA site. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, manage stormwater and hazardous waste programs, and provide technical EHS support for equipment and process changes.

You will conduct risk assessments, drive corrective actions, assist with incident investigations, and participate in site inspections and regulatory interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher with 2+ years EHS experience OR High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years EHS experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with Plant Management and production employees.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and EHS regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support site EHS programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including regulatory reporting and tracking.
• Lead Stormwater and Hazardous Waste programs; act as primary contact for compliance activities, monitoring, reporting, and corrective actions with support from EHS Manager.
• Provide technical EHS support for new/modified equipment, new product introductions, incoming material approval, and change management.
• Conduct risk assessments and support corrective actions to reduce risk and improve site performance.
• Assist with incident investigations, including root cause analysis and CAPA development.
• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions, including preparation, participation, and follow-up.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

ISO 14001

Hazardous waste management

Stormwater management

Lock out/tag out

Machine guarding

Emergency response

CIH

CHMM

CSP

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

EHS Specialist (Solventum)

At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an EHS Specialist you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.

How you will make an impact

• Support site EHS programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including regulatory reporting and tracking, while promoting a strong EHS culture and awareness of initiatives
• Lead the site's Stormwater and Hazardous Waste programs, serving as the primary point of contact for compliance activities, monitoring, reporting, and corrective actions, with support from the EHS Manager
• Provide technical EHS support for new or modified equipment, new product introductions, incoming material approval, and management of change
• Conduct risk assessments and support implementation of corrective actions to reduce risk, drive continuous improvement, and improve overall site performance
• Assist with incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action development
• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions, including preparation, participation, and follow-up

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution AND (2) two years of experience in EHS in a private, public, government or military environment OR High School Diploma/GED from AND (6) six years in experience in EHS in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with Plant Management and production employees
• Strong attention to detail with effective prioritization and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001
• Experience with hazardous waste management, stormwater management, lock out/tag out, machine guarding, and/or emergency response teams in a manufacturing environment
• Certifications such as: Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH); Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM); Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other related credentials

Work Location & Travel

Work location: Onsite Irvine, CA

Travel: May include up to 5% [domestic/international]

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially.

To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $85,200 - $117,150, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).

Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Integrity and Professionalism

Solventum is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our recruitment process. Applicants must remain alert to fraudulent job postings and recruitment schemes that falsely claim to represent Solventum and seek to exploit job seekers. Please note that all email communications from Solventum regarding job opportunities with the company will be from an email with a domain of @solventum.com. Be wary of unsolicited emails or messages regarding Solventum job opportunities from emails with other email domains.

Equal Opportunity

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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Company Overview

A new healthcare company with a rich history. With more than 70 years of delivering healthcare innovations, we continue to move the industry forward by helping to solve our customers’ biggest challenges.

20,000+ employees worldwide. Solventum relies on the courage and the boundless insights of professionals worldwide to achieve exceptional results for our customers and those who rely on them.

Healthcare that leads with heart and humility starts with listening and never finishes, only evolves. As long as healthcare challenges remain unsolved, we will be here, united by empathy and a relentless belief that countless lives are improved through our work.

Operations in 38 countries. Driven by our dedication to improved outcomes for all we serve, we break through by making unprecedented connections that impact lives.

In more than 300 offices and facilities around the world, we work closely with customers and partners to create positive healthcare outcomes that transcend borders.

To realize our shared vision, we harness diverse talents and perspectives from every background to not only address our customers' most urgent priorities but anticipate the needs of the future