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Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist I
Abbott · Alajuela
Job description
About the role
The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist I will support Abbott's Vascular division in Alajuela, ensuring compliance with local EHS regulations and promoting a safe, sustainable manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and maintain procedures to meet all applicable local EHS laws.
- Inspect facilities, identify hazards, document findings, and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain training and certification records for personnel handling chemicals, air, water, waste and emergency response.
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to address manufacturing issues, suggest waste‑reduction measures, and recommend policy corrections.
- Prepare Change Requests and Work Order Notifications to update documents or processes.
- Sustain and improve the AVCR Environmental Management System.
Required profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field (or equivalent diploma).
- At least 1 year of experience in EHS or related areas.
- Intermediate proficiency in English.
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 requirements; ISO 14001 Internal/Leader Auditor certification is a plus.
Required skills
- ISO 14001
What we offer
- Career development within a global healthcare leader.
- Health plan, life insurance, tuition assistance, stock purchase plan, cafeteria subsidy and free parking.
- Recognition as a top employer for diversity and work‑life balance.
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