Senior Manager, EH&S

bostonscientific•Maple Grove, MN

10h•$125,800 - $239,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. About the role: This role provides strategic leadership and oversight for the site Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Management System. The position ensures regulatory compliance, protects employees and the environment, reduces operational risk, maintains ISO certifications, and drives a strong and sustainable EH&S culture in support of site growth and expansion. Work model, sponsorship, relocation: At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Arbor Lakes facility at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years' experience in progressively responsible EH&S roles within laboratory, R&D, or operations environments.
Minimum of 5 years' experience leading and developing teams.
Expert knowledge of Minnesota EH&S regulations.
Demonstrated experience driving change to improve EH&S performance and outcomes.
Strong communication and influencing skills within a matrixed organization.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Proven ability to manage shifting priorities and exercise sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar professional credentials.
Construction safety experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of site EH&S strategies, policies, and programs aligned with business growth and expansion.
Foster a strong safety culture through effective communication, coaching, and training.
Present EH&S performance metrics, risks, and improvement plans during management reviews.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and execution of EH&S initiatives.
Lead the Occupational Health team, ensuring work-related injuries and claims are effectively managed to resolution.
Manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation.
Serve in a leadership role during emergency response and crisis management situations.
Lead implementation, audit readiness, and sustainment of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
Ensure conformance with global Boston Scientific EH&S standards.
Oversee internal compliance audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local EH&S regulations.
Monitor regulatory changes and proactively update programs and procedures.
Manage required regulatory reporting and agency interactions, including hazardous waste, air permitting, and water programs.
Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators, including TRIR, severity rates, and leading indicators.
Conduct and oversee risk assessments and implement hazard-reduction initiatives.
Lead incident investigations and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
Lead professional staff and/or managers, with accountability for team performance, budgets, and departmental resources.
Operate with significant autonomy while addressing complex operational and compliance challenges.
Develop, interpret, and implement EH&S policies and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Drive decisions that impact EH&S strategy, regulatory compliance, risk management, and site operations.