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Boston Scientific · 1 month ago

Senior EH&S Specialist

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$87K/yr - $164K/yr

5+ years exp

Boston Scientific is a leader in medical science, committed to solving significant health industry challenges. The Senior EH&S Specialist will lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a culture of safety and sustainability across manufacturing and R&D operations.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device

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Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain EH&S policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and performance analyses to identify hazards and implement corrective actions

Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; ensure timely resolution and documentation

Deliver training on hazardous materials handling, emergency response, industrial hygiene, laser safety, and general workplace safety

Evaluate work-related injuries and incidents in alignment with applicable laws and internal protocols

Manage hazardous waste and chemical handling operations to maintain compliance and safety

Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and operations teams to embed EH&S into process improvements

Mitigate ergonomic risks across manufacturing and office environments through proactive assessments, workstation design, training, and best practices

Maintain and enhance the laser safety program through site-specific protocols, risk assessments, and comprehensive training

Serve as a liaison with fire, police, and HAZMAT agencies to support emergency preparedness and response planning

Support onboarding and ongoing safety education programs

Coordinate Emergency Response Team activities and ensure overall site readiness

Chair or contribute to EH&S-related committees, task forces, or cross-functional teams

Represent EH&S in cross-functional projects such as new chemical introductions, equipment implementations, and facility changes

Maintain and report site EH&S metrics and statistics to ensure regulatory and corporate compliance

Act as the facility’s Hazardous Materials/Waste Coordinator, including oversight of all regulated and non-regulated waste streams and vendor management

Provide regulatory guidance for equipment specifications, installations, and facility modifications

Conduct internal and external EH&S compliance audits, self-assessments, and inspections

Partner with Supervisors, Trainers, and Technicians to identify and control environmental health and safety risks across operations

Qualification

EH&S policy developmentRisk assessmentsIncident investigationsRegulatory complianceMedical device experienceTraining program developmentErgonomic risk managementLeadership skillsEffective communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Environmental and Occupational Health, Occupational Safety, Safety Engineering, or Safety Management. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Minimum of 5 years' experience in progressive EH&S roles

Demonstrated experience in medical device, biotech, or advanced manufacturing environments

Strong knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance standards

Proven ability to influence, lead, and coach across multiple departments

Effective communicator with strong problem-solving and leadership skills

Experience leading ergonomic and injury prevention initiatives, including risk assessments and root cause analysis

Ability to develop and deliver EH&S training programs to diverse audiences