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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, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 4,000 people across nine sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946.
Abbott Ireland Nutrition Division Cootehill Cavan
Abbott Nutrition produces a range of infant formulae in all pack sizes under the brand name “Similac”. To complement the range of “Similac” infant formulae, the facility also manufactures a range of follow-on formulae under the brand name of “Gain”. The essential ingredient is liquid skim-milk and this is combined with carbohydrate, vegetable oils, vitamins and minerals. The product is blended, pasteurised, dried and packaged at the site and once packaged, is distributed to Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and Canada.
Established in 1975, Abbott Nutrition in Ireland is the largest powder manufacturing facility for the production of infant formulae within the Abbott Corporation worldwide. Approximately 1,000 dairy farms in Ireland and Northern Ireland supply quality milk to the Cootehill facility which processes 500,000 litres per day. This secure supply together with Ireland’s reputation as a green, clean environment is of significant strategic importance to Abbott Nutrition.
The role:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Project lead- EHS to further develop their career by joining a Global Leader in the Nutritional Manufacturing industry and join the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team; where they will play an integral role in developing, maintaining and continually improving EHS systems on site through continuous improvement projects.
You ideally will have +3 years of relevant experience in an EHS role with demonstrated leadership skills. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, have a proven track record of delivering results and will be highly motivated.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct business in a manner that will protect human health, safety and the environment by complying with all applicable EHS laws, as well at the Abbott Global and Technical standards
He/she is responsible for consulting any SOP’s for any job task he/she may carry out and ensure they fully understand and adhere to the SOP.
Co-ordinate health & safety documentation such as; Project RAMS, Safety files, safety risk assessments, process safety reviews, site inspections, health and safety reporting both internally and externally, accident investigation, and training.
Support the Senior EHS Project Manager In implementing the EHS projects strategic plan for the business and play an instrumental role in its implementation & review on an annual basis.
Comply with Abbott International EHS Technical Standards & Management Standards
Review Standards and implement any evident gaps.
Assist with management and maintenance of ISO45001 certification including management of documentation, conducting internal audits, etc
Provide training support as per relevant standards and requirements.
Participate in internal audits in Cootehill and sister plants as appropriate
Work as part of the EHS team on site by supporting various EHS functions.
Work with key stakeholders across the site to drive collaboration on all aspects of current and upcoming projects.
Be the site lead & Promote EHS considerations in the planning stages of all projects on site.
Lead site level EHS specific projects, ensuring delivery and execution with budget and timelines as agreed with the senior EHS Project Manager.
Be the EHS site point of contact for all projects.
Request Regional Support where required and facilitate necessary arrangements.
Track the progress of projects on site and deliver regular updates to the EHS team.
This list of responsibilities may change depending on plant needs and employees are expected to be adaptable and flexible where this need arises.
The Project lead- EHS will report to the Senior EHS Project Manager
Education Required
Third level qualification in EHS is preferable.
At least +3 years’ experience in a high volume and dynamic production environment.
Knowledge/Skills
Have a demonstrated ability to work on their own initiative, coupled with excellent organisational and strong leadership skills.
Excellent Interpersonal skills and verbal/ written communication skills
Ability to work as an effective member of a high-performance team
Ability to effectively interact and communicate across all levels of the plant
Ability to influence and get work done through others.
Accountability / Scope
This function will have the responsibility to ensure compliance with all regulatory and Abbott EHS regulations, particularly in relation to delivery of successful projects on site.
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Job Description
About Abbott
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, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 4,000 people across nine sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946.
Abbott Ireland Nutrition Division Cootehill Cavan
Abbott Nutrition produces a range of infant formulae in all pack sizes under the brand name “Similac”. To complement the range of “Similac” infant formulae, the facility also manufactures a range of follow-on formulae under the brand name of “Gain”. The essential ingredient is liquid skim-milk and this is combined with carbohydrate, vegetable oils, vitamins and minerals. The product is blended, pasteurised, dried and packaged at the site and once packaged, is distributed to Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and Canada.
Established in 1975, Abbott Nutrition in Ireland is the largest powder manufacturing facility for the production of infant formulae within the Abbott Corporation worldwide. Approximately 1,000 dairy farms in Ireland and Northern Ireland supply quality milk to the Cootehill facility which processes 500,000 litres per day. This secure supply together with Ireland’s reputation as a green, clean environment is of significant strategic importance to Abbott Nutrition.
The role:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Project lead- EHS to further develop their career by joining a Global Leader in the Nutritional Manufacturing industry and join the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team; where they will play an integral role in developing, maintaining and continually improving EHS systems on site through continuous improvement projects.
You ideally will have +3 years of relevant experience in an EHS role with demonstrated leadership skills. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, have a proven track record of delivering results and will be highly motivated.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct business in a manner that will protect human health, safety and the environment by complying with all applicable EHS laws, as well at the Abbott Global and Technical standards
He/she is responsible for consulting any SOP’s for any job task he/she may carry out and ensure they fully understand and adhere to the SOP.
Co-ordinate health & safety documentation such as; Project RAMS, Safety files, safety risk assessments, process safety reviews, site inspections, health and safety reporting both internally and externally, accident investigation, and training.
Support the Senior EHS Project Manager In implementing the EHS projects strategic plan for the business and play an instrumental role in its implementation & review on an annual basis.
Comply with Abbott International EHS Technical Standards & Management Standards
Review Standards and implement any evident gaps.
Assist with management and maintenance of ISO45001 certification including management of documentation, conducting internal audits, etc
Provide training support as per relevant standards and requirements.
Participate in internal audits in Cootehill and sister plants as appropriate
Work as part of the EHS team on site by supporting various EHS functions.
Work with key stakeholders across the site to drive collaboration on all aspects of current and upcoming projects.
Be the site lead & Promote EHS considerations in the planning stages of all projects on site.
Lead site level EHS specific projects, ensuring delivery and execution with budget and timelines as agreed with the senior EHS Project Manager.
Be the EHS site point of contact for all projects.
Request Regional Support where required and facilitate necessary arrangements.
Track the progress of projects on site and deliver regular updates to the EHS team.
This list of responsibilities may change depending on plant needs and employees are expected to be adaptable and flexible where this need arises.
The Project lead- EHS will report to the Senior EHS Project Manager
Education Required
Third level qualification in EHS is preferable.
At least +3 years’ experience in a high volume and dynamic production environment.
Knowledge/Skills
Have a demonstrated ability to work on their own initiative, coupled with excellent organisational and strong leadership skills.
Demonstrable project management experience
Excellent Interpersonal skills and verbal/ written communication skills
Ability to work as an effective member of a high-performance team
Ability to effectively interact and communicate across all levels of the plant
Ability to influence and get work done through others.
Accountability / Scope
This function will have the responsibility to ensure compliance with all regulatory and Abbott EHS regulations, particularly in relation to delivery of successful projects on site.
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The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.
The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.
We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott , to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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