Manager, EHS; Onsite

Company Description

Abb Vie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

As the Environmental Manager, you will be responsible for leading the site-based all environmental programs and compliance assurance and champion improvement initiatives. You will develop and implement environmental strategies, manage permits and licenses, and serve as the point of contact with regulatory agencies.

• Ensure site compliance with Abb Vie’s global environmental policies, technical standards, and all applicable regulations, Air Emissions, Wastewater, Stormwater, SPCC, RCRA Hazardous Waste (LQG), EPCRA Tier II and TRI, TUR, etc.
• Oversee environmental monitoring and prepare required compliance reports.
• Provide business perspective, strategic and tactical direction to develop and implement ENV initiatives for the EHS Long range plan.
• Collaborate with Operations and Global EHS to set and achieve environmental targets.
• Manage all environmental permits, registrations, and licenses for the site.
• Lead site response and resolution of environmental issues with regulators.
• Continuously identify and implement improvements to minimize environmental risks.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to Abb Vie Global EHS and relevant agencies.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with ISO certifications and site licenses and compliance reporting.
• Perform risk assessments of the Site’s environmental operations and develop procedures and training.
• Evaluate environmental impacts of new processes and products and support management of change.
• Advise and train management and staff on environmental management practices.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies to support future site needs.

• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science and Technology, or Chemical Engineering.
• 5–12 years’ experience in environmental management and in manufacturing or pharmaceutical settings.
• Proven track record in implementing EHS compliance programs, conducting risk analyses, investigating incidents, and leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to develop practical standards and policies to meet business needs.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and business skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Motivated self-starter with problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and integrity.

• Demonstrates technical expertise in EHS functions, technical writing, and business communications.
• Communicates effectively across all organizational levels, fostering productive relationships and resolving conflicts.
• Self‑motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Excels under pressure, applying strong problem‑solving skills to evaluate multiple solutions.
• Brings innovative thinking to propose and implement new solutions regularly.
• Maintains meticulous attention to detail, ensuring full compliance and accuracy.
• Adapts to evolving business needs, including new legislation and product impacts on EHS.
• Results‑driven, with a commitment to achieving departmental targets and metrics.
• Upholds exceptional quality standards in all work.
• Always exemplifies integrity and a strong work ethic.

• Ensures ongoing compliance of plant systems with all regulations and company standards.
• Upholds a 'Right First Time' approach and meticulous adherence to cGMP and policies.
• Demonstrates persistence in addressing and resolving issues.
• Owns environmental procedures and takes responsibility during inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions.

• Leads cross‑functional teams and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Provides technical guidance and partners with key stakeholders.
• Advises and leads site management, project, and sustainability teams on environmental programs.
• Represents and…