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In this exciting role as a Senior EHS Manager at Medtronic sites in Tempe, you will be responsible for implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policies, programs, and systems to comply with Federal, State, and local EHS regulations as well as Company policies, strategies, initiatives, and goals. Major areas of emphasis include employee health and safety programs including manufacturing and laboratory safety, ergonomic injury reduction, chemical management, machine guarding, lock out tag out, electrical safety industrial hygiene, biosafety, regulated waste management, air emissions, stormwater, and wastewater management. You will monitor workplace safety risks and environmental impacts through observation of work processes, equipment, and the work habits of employees with emphasis on Manufacturing operations.


This position will be 100% on-site supporting manufacturing at the Tempe campus and requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends, as required to support direct reports and site needs within a 24/7 operation.

As a Senior EHS Manager you will develop procedures and training for Right-to-Know, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, lock-out/tag-out, emergency response, confined space, laser safety, personal protective equipment, ionizing radiation, ergonomic safety, biological safety, industrial hygiene, material handling, and others in compliance with OSHA regulations, corporate requirements, and CDC and NIOSH guidelines.

• May monitor pollution prevention activities, compliance and auditing efforts.
• Conducts studies and prepares environmental impact reports for new construction projects, plant processes and permit changes.
• Reviews and analyzes environmental documentation issued by regulatory agencies; collaborates with regulatory agencies to determine corrective action plans.
• Evaluates proposed regulations to determine financial, industrial, public and environmental impact.
• Interacts with regulatory bodies to resolve compliance issues; establishes permit requirements and assists in regulatory audits.
• Represents Company in government and industry rule-making activities.
• Ensures appropriate corrective action is taken where environmental, health, and safety hazards exist.
• Identifies and takes corrective action against activities that pose potential threats to workers’ health or safety, which may include recommending organizational measures to protect workers’ safety through revised methods, processes, or materials; inspecting workplace environments, equipment, and/or practices to ensure compliance with standards and regulations; and investigating and/or identifying causes regarding filed incidents.
• May provide/promote employee awareness/training on matters of environmental, health, and safety.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree required

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in the design, development and operational oversight of EHS disciplines, with 5+ years of managerial experience
• Or, an Advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the design, development and operational oversight of EHS disciplines, with 5+ years of managerial experience.

Nice to Have

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following skills, experiences, and certifications:

• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Laser Safety Officer
• Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
• Certified Safety Professional
• Degree in science or occupational health field
• Industrial hygiene knowledge
• Experience conducting risk assessments.
• Radiation Safety Officer
• Biosafety knowledge
• Occupational safety and health certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM)
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, EHS Management Systems, Ergonomics and Behavior Based Safety principles
• EHS program training and development experience within a Manufacturing setting
• Environmental sustainability knowledge
• Good Communications skills
• Advanced degree.
• Proven track record of strong project management performance with experience driving multi-phase projects to completion including diverse project teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Leadership through influence in matrixed organization and ability to work well in a team environment including cross cultures.
• Ability to strongly advocate for and represent EHS and Sustainability to a cross functional team and site leadership.
• Deployment and implementation of EHS programs and initiatives across a multinational organization.
• Occupational safety certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• OSHA training and certification
• Proven track record of implementing and managing EHS programs, conducting audits and inspections, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience in data analytics associated with EHS electronic management systems.
• Strong leadership, teambuilding, and influence management skills.
• Proven technical, problem solving, and project management skills.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$143,200.00 - $214,800.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.