What Environmental Health & Safety contributes to Cardinal Health
The Cardinal Health Global Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) team is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing EHS procedures, programs, processes, and systems to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements. Additional responsibilities include mitigating EHS risks to the company, its employees, the environment, and the communities in which it does business.
The Cardinal Health Global EHS vision is to partner with our businesses and functions to proactively mitigate risk across the enterprise.
Job Summary
The Area EHS Manager will report to the North Central EHS Director. This position is responsible for developing and implementing EHS solutions in support of Cardinal Health assets in the Aurora, IL and surrounding areas. These solutions are designed to manage, mitigate, and whenever possible, eliminate EHS risks to Cardinal Health employees, facilities, and the communities in which the company operates. This position will have one or more direct reports. Operations supported include Aurora Pharmaceutical DC, Elgin At-Home DC, Channahon Replenishment Center, and NPHS locations (3).
Responsibilities
Assists with implementation of the global EHS strategy to mitigate risk to people, property, community, information and brand.
Partners with operation leaders to develop and execute site-specific annual EHS plans; standardize EHS programs; ensure critical information is communicated; and implement best practices.
Provides support and subject matter expertise for events (e.g., regulatory agency inquiries, natural disasters, business continuity, significant incidents, etc.). ?
Leads in the management of operation specific EHS hazard assessments and the development of risk mitigation plans.
Partners with operation leaders to ensure compliance with Company and regulatory requirements.
Analyzes key EHS metrics to assist operations in the construction and execution of continual improvement plans.
Identifies budgetary needs to address risk reduction and compliance assurance.
Ensures key performance metrics, including occupational injury/illness and environmental sustainability results are accurately reported and communicated.
Assist management teams in the investigation, notification and case management for occupational injury/illnesses. Assists operations close out property/casualty recommendations from third parties such as FM Global.
Provides support in the development and implementation of business resiliency plans. Provides EHS leadership during business continuity situations.
Educates and coaches management teams on their EHS roles and responsibilities. Supervises, mentors and develops EHS professionals.
Qualifications
Bachelor?s degree in related field strongly preferred.
Advanced degree and professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc.) preferred.
Minimum 7 years? experience managing EHS for multiple operations preferred
EHS experience in healthcare industry, preferred
Strong understanding and experience in EHS Management Systems and their successful implementation
Must have strong substantive knowledge of regulations and guidance promulgated by Federal and State OSHA and EPA, as well as workers? compensation requirements
Strong technical ability to work, collaborate and negotiate with government officials, consultants, and other third-party stakeholders
Requires up to 30% travel
Proven history as a valued, pragmatic and trusted EHS business partner
Must have collaborative leadership skills to achieve desired results in a highly matrixed work environment
Fosters trust, confidence and followership
Dedicated to the principal of ethical behavior
Must be self-directed, and able to work productively on multiple initiatives simultaneously
Must have sound judgment, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and not be afraid of rolling up the sleeves to deliver practical solutions
Must be able to clearly and succinctly communicate, market and sell value-added solutions
Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills
Must be creative in developing cost-effective, sensible solutions that deliver results
Anticipated salary range:$115,900-$165,500
Bonus eligible: Yes
Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close:10/25/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate?s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities.We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end-to-end solutions and data-driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges – now, and in the future.As a global, growing company, we’re able to offer rewarding careers that let you make a positive impact on our customers and communities.