EHS Specialist: Project Manager & Compliance Leader

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist - Altavista, VA; Virginia; On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage via HIP PPO

High employer contribution retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Freedom 2 Save student debt program

Free U education benefit

Job summary

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, seeks an EHS Specialist for its Altavista, VA site in the Nutrition division. The role focuses on managing EHS programs to meet FDA/OSHA and internal standards while supporting Abbott's manufacturing operations and safety culture.

Based in Altavista, the position involves leading projects, applying EHS concepts, and driving continuous improvement across facilities; Abbott emphasizes development, benefits, and diversity as part of its work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrate competencies in vision, strategy, anticipation, innovation, and delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct assigned projects; coordinate activities and monitor status.
• Apply technical knowledge to EHS programs; benchmark and communicate recommendations.
• Investigate, analyze data, and report findings; provide action plans.

Skills

Set Vision & Strategy

Anticipate

Innovate

Deliver results

Education

Bachelor's Degree in EHS / related

Job description

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, seeks an EHS Specialist for its Altavista, VA site in the Nutrition division. The role focuses on managing EHS programs to meet FDA/OSHA and internal standards while supporting Abbott's manufacturing operations and safety culture.

Based in Altavista, the position involves leading projects, applying EHS concepts, and driving continuous improvement across facilities; Abbott emphasizes development, benefits, and diversity as part of its work environment.