Senior EHS Specialist

Medtronic • Brooklyn Center, MN

1d • $92,000 - $138,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 18 January 2025. At Medtronic, we’re driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for millions worldwide. We value what makes you unique and believe that when people from different backgrounds come together, innovation thrives. We’re currently hiring a Senior Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist for our Medtronic Energy Component Center (MECC) in Brooklyn Center, MN. This is an onsite role with high visibility and impact at a fast-paced manufacturing and R&D site. In this role, you’ll lead health and safety programs, ensure compliance with EHS regulations, and partner with teams across the organization to drive proactive improvements. Key areas include Machine Guarding, Lockout/Tagout, PPE, Ergonomics, incident investigations, and chemical exposure assessments. You’ll also leverage lean methodologies to foster continuous improvement. We offer competitive rewards and a comprehensive benefits package (see below for details). If you’re organized, collaborative, and passionate about making workplaces safer, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. You will be a key EHS team member in a fast paced, complex manufacturing and state of the art technology (Research and Development) center. In this exciting role as Senior EHS Specialist, you will be responsible for development and implementation of Health and Safety (HS) 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 Safety (e.g. Machine Guarding, LOTO, Cranes & Hoists, PPE assessments, Job Hazard Assessments, Chemical Safety) and Health Programs (Ergonomics, Medical Surveillance, Support with Case Management & Worker’s Compensation, Incident investigation, overseeing chemical exposure assessments and annuals chemical sampling, & noise surveys). Ability to make decisions and work independently with some supervision & leverage lean manufacturing principles to drive efficiency and stay organized Ability to connect and build relationships with fast paced frontline production team, engineers, and leadership in a complex manufacturing environment, drive proactive health and safety systems and improvements using lean methodologies (e.g. Kaizens), be comfortable spending time on the production floor and be proficient with EHS data analyses and software systems, EHS project and program development and sustenance. Proven technical, problem solving, and project management skills Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, create mechanisms for efficiency and daily responsibilities while staying organized Excellent communication and training skills required. Self-motivation with ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines and multiple requests Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Develops, Improves, facilitate employee training and awareness on matters of health, and safety. Maintain and update OSHA logs, perform data analyses of EHS information system for leading and lagging indicators. Assist with select safety projects as need arises (e.g. EHS Kaizens, cuts and lacerations, slip trip fall) Conduct risk assessments for new equipment, new procedures or operations, facility renovation projects, and research protocols. Supports incident investigations, develops and drives CAPA mechanism. Develop EH&S reports, presentations and communications. This position may provide work direction to others in support of day-to-day activities and requires excellent communication skills. Applies knowledge of professional Health and Safety principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design practical solutions to complex EHS issues. Evaluate proposed regulations to determine financial, industrial, and public impact. Manage/Deliver projects as assigned and work with stakeholders to achieve desired results. Applies knowledge of professional Health and Safety principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design practical solutions to complex EHS issues. Evaluate proposed regulations to determine financial, industrial, and public impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR An advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (Master’s or above) in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certifications (e.g. CSP, CIH, CHMM, OSHA 30-hour, Lean/Six Sigma, ISO)
• Experience in fast-paced, complex manufacturing, especially with advanced technology
• Hands-on expertise with environmental, health, and safety programs: machine guarding, LOTO, PPE assessments, chemical safety, ergonomics, and noise surveys, SDS management, hazardous waste management, ISO 14001/45001, Emergency Response Team (ERT)
• Proven ability to apply lean methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, 5S) to drive EHS improvements and efficiency
• Demonstrated project management skills, including managing multiple EHS initiatives concurrently
• Strong background in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and implementing CAPA mechanisms
• Proficiency in EHS data analysis, OSHA log maintenance, and generating leading/lagging indicator reports
• Experience developing and delivering EHS training and communication to diverse audiences
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with production teams, engineers, and leadership
• Experience conducting risk assessments for new equipment, processes, and facility changes to implement actions to reduce risk and environmental impact
• Multilingual skills or experience working in a global/regional EHS role
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, Software systems e.g. Enablon, Storyline, Agile, Windchill, Concur

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of Health and Safety (HS) 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 Safety (e.g. Machine Guarding, LOTO, Cranes & Hoists, PPE assessments, Job Hazard Assessments, Chemical Safety) and Health Programs (Ergonomics, Medical Surveillance, Support with Case Management & Worker’s Compensation, Incident investigation, overseeing chemical exposure assessments and annuals chemical sampling, & noise surveys).
• Ability to make decisions and work independently with some supervision & leverage lean manufacturing principles to drive efficiency and stay organized
• Ability to connect and build relationships with fast paced frontline production team, engineers, and leadership in a complex manufacturing environment, drive proactive health and safety systems and improvements using lean methodologies (e.g. Kaizens), be comfortable spending time on the production floor and be proficient with EHS data analyses and software systems, EHS project and program development and sustenance.
• Proven technical, problem solving, and project management skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, create mechanisms for efficiency and daily responsibilities while staying organized
• Excellent communication and training skills required.
• Self-motivation with ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines and multiple requests
• Develops, Improves, facilitate employee training and awareness on matters of health, and safety.
• Maintain and update OSHA logs, perform data analyses of EHS information system for leading and lagging indicators.
• Assist with select safety projects as need arises (e.g. EHS Kaizens, cuts and lacerations, slip trip fall)
• Conduct risk assessments for new equipment, new procedures or operations, facility renovation projects, and research protocols.
• Supports incident investigations, develops and drives CAPA mechanism.
• Develop EH&S reports, presentations and communications.
• This position may provide work direction to others in support of day-to-day activities and requires excellent communication skills.
• Applies knowledge of professional Health and Safety principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design practical solutions to complex EHS issues.
• Evaluate proposed regulations to determine financial, industrial, and public impact.
• Manage/Deliver projects as assigned and work with stakeholders to achieve desired results.
• Applies knowledge of professional Health and Safety principles, theories and concepts and uses independent judgment to develop and design practical solutions to complex EHS issues.
• Evaluate proposed regulations to determine financial, industrial, and public impact.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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).
• 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).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees