Sr. Specialist, Hygiene & Safety

Baxter International Inc. • Skaneateles, NY

21d • $80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your role at Baxter The Hygiene & Safety Senior Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing industrial hygiene and safety programs within Baxter’s operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a culture of safety across the organization. The Hygiene & Safety Senior Specialist will play a critical role in safeguarding employee health and well-being while ensuring that Baxter’s facilities and practices meet the highest standards of safety and industrial hygiene.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in hygiene and safety management, preferably within the healthcare or medical device industry.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing safety programs and conducting risk assessments.
• Strong knowledge of industrial hygiene and safety regulations, standards, and best practices in the workplace.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex safety issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business goals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive industrial hygiene and safety programs that comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Establish policies and procedures related to workplace industrial hygiene, safety protocols, and emergency response plans.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement in workplace safety and industrial hygiene.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Design and deliver training programs for employees on industrial hygiene and safety practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency procedures, and safe work practices.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance among employees.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Prepare reports on safety incidents and trends, presenting findings to management and recommending improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, including OSHA standards and local health codes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and industry standards, adapting programs and practices as necessary.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, human resources, and facilities management, to ensure alignment of hygiene and safety initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for hygiene and safety-related inquiries and concerns from employees and management.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of industrial hygiene and safety programs and initiatives.
• Regularly report on industrial hygiene and safety performance to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in industrial hygiene and safety practices and contribute to the development of best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging issues related to workplace industrial hygiene and safety.
• Proactively contributes to zero harm in the workplace for all employees by complying with legal and corporate (EHS) Environmental Health & Safety requirements, safe work practices, and EHS policies and procedures consistently.
• Report all hazards, near misses and incidents as soon as practicable and participate in identifying actions to prevent harm from occurring to our people and/or our environment.
• Employees at every level are responsible for quality (GMP) Good Manufacturing Processes and regulatory performance in the department.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO and other government regulations, legal documents and safety and ethical standards, obtaining legal compliance training.

Benefits

• Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

What This Job Offers

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