EHS Specialist

Medtronic • Boulder, CO

5d • $76,000 - $114,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life A career at Medtronic is like no other. We’re purposeful. We’re committed. And we’re driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life for millions of people worldwide. Join us as a valued team member supporting our Boulder and Parker Colorado sites. The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards while promoting a strong culture of safety and environmental stewardship. This role supports workplace safety through hazard identification, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, and employee training. The position collaborates with internal teams and regulatory agencies to evaluate environmental and safety risks, implement corrective actions, and support audits and reporting requirements. Act boldly. Compete to win. Move with speed and decisiveness. Foster belonging. Deliver results…the right way. That’s the Medtronic Mindset — our cultural norms. Our brand is rooted in action, not just words. The Medtronic Mindset defines the expectations of our culture. Every person here plays a role in bringing it to life. We recognize your extraordinary potential to ensure future generations live better, healthier lives. Office Location: Boulder/Gunbarrel Colorado Medtronic Campus with support 2 days per week at the Parker Colorado Medtronic site. Shift: Monday – Friday – 1st shift/Business Hours

Requirements

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
• U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

• EHS management systems and risk assessment; medical device manufacturing.
• Professional certification (or certification-eligible) such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
• Ability to partner with diverse teams, drive employee engagement, and work independently as a self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Develop, administer, and implement environmental health and safety (EHS) programs in accordance with governmental and company requirements. These programs include, but are not limited to: Ergonomics, Incident Investigation and Reporting, Worker’s Compensation, Control of Hazardous Energy, Electrical Safety, Machine Guarding, Hot Work, Job Safety Analysis, Powered Industrial Trucks, Compressed Gases, Industrial Hygiene, Hazardous Waste, and Management of Change.
• Review and analyze documentation issued by regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies to determine corrective action plans.
• Conduct studies and prepare environmental impact reports for new construction projects, plant processes, and permit changes.
• Evaluate proposed regulations to determine financial and industrial impact.
• Interact with regulatory bodies to resolve compliance issues and assist in regulatory audits.
• Identify and take 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.
• Provide/promote employee awareness/training on matters of environmental health and safety.
• Conduct EHS reviews for new product development, facility modification, product manufacturing modifications, and new equipment/machinery installations.
• Facilitate EHS reviews for product transfer to/from other facilities.
• Develop and drive programs and policies to improve safety, culture and risk reduction.
• Partner with Facilities on environmental sustainability initiatives and applicable data management.

Benefits

• 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
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)
• 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)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal