EHS Staff Specialist

AbbVie

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Work type
On-site
Location
North Chicago, IL
Salary
$65,500–$125,500 / yr
Posted
15 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Aug 26, 2126

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $170k
This role $96k
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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $126,000–$213,225 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $96k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

AbbVie currently has 297 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · EHS Staff Specialist

Specialist, EHS Staff provides essential guidance and support to employees, contractors, Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and R&D teams regarding environmental, health, and safety matters. This role involves conducting risk assessments, identifying workplace hazards, and implementing EHS programs to ensure compliance with regulations and corporate standards. The individual will manage high-risk work programs such as lockout/tagout, confined space safety, and electrical safety while overseeing incident investigations and corrective actions. Key responsibilities include developing training materials, performing audits, and managing change processes for new equipment or facility modifications. The role requires expertise in industrial hygiene, chemical safety, and emergency preparedness. Candidates must possess strong technical writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to manage data and reports while fostering a positive safety culture across diverse manufacturing and research operations.

What you'll do

  • Conduct risk assessments and identify workplace hazards using hierarchy-of-controls principles to recommend effective safety controls.
  • Provide technical expertise and daily support for high-risk activities including LOTO, confined space, and machine guarding.
  • Develop and implement EHS programs, policies, and training materials for manufacturing and R&D operations.
  • Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and track the completion of corrective actions.
  • Deliver EHS training and awareness programs to employees, contractors, and leadership to promote a positive safety culture.
  • Perform regular site inspections and audits to identify compliance gaps and drive continuous improvement.
  • Review new equipment, processes, and facility modifications for EHS impacts during Management of Change (MOC) activities.
  • Manage regulatory compliance by supporting audits, maintaining records, and communicating with government agencies.

What we're looking for

  • High School Diploma plus 10 years of EHS relevant experience.
  • Associate Degree and Advanced Safety Specialist Certification plus minimum 8 years of EHS related experience.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, Engineering, or Chemistry plus minimum 3 years of EHS related experience.
  • Professional EHS or Engineering certification is preferred.
  • Experience implementing EHS regulations, conducting incident investigations, and interacting with regulatory agencies.
  • Technical expertise in EHS functions, technical writing, and business communications.
  • Ability to manage projects, programs, and cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database systems.

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