Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. **EHS Technician** **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: + Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. + Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. + An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. + A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. + A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** This position works out of our Plymouth, MN location in the Electrophysiology Medical Device Division. In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives. This role will support the implementation and maintenance of environmental health and safety programs.The EH&S Technician plans, organizes, schedules and conducts inspections of facilities, work areas and equipment. Monitors site conditions, practices, and procedures for compliance with health and safety requirements. Selects and implements corrective action and follows-up to ensure proper action has been taken. **What You'll Work On** + Partner with site EHS to determine site / departmental needs. + Support EHS in monitoring and assessing compliance to technical standards, site / departmental safety rules and OSHA guidelines. + Remain current on new and / or updated regulations. + Regularly inspect facilities, equipment, and work areas to identify potential safety hazards and non-compliance with environmental and safety regulations + Investigate workplace accidents and near misses to determine root causes and implement preventive measures. + Collaborate with the EHS team to develop and implement safety programs and initiatives. + Ensure all safety documentation is current and accessible. + Conduct risk assessments to identify and prioritize workplace hazards, including chemical exposure, noise levels, ergonomic risks, and confined space hazards. + Maintain detailed records of inspections, safety incidents, training completion, and environmental monitoring data, generating reports for management. + Assist with the delivery of safety training programs to employees on topics like chemical handling, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, emergency procedures, and safe work practices + Work with other departments to promote a strong safety culture and address safety concerns. + Ensure periodic safety assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with any action items outlined for gaps. **Required Qualifications** High School Diploma / GED required; associates degree preferred Minimum 2 years environmental safety in a manufacturing environment with familiarity with OSHA standards, particularly general industry safety regulations. Apply Now (https://www.jobs.abbott/us/en) **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx) Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott , and on X @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $23.25 – $46.45 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com