Supply Chain EHS Specialist - Military Veterans
at Walgreens
Supply Chain EHS Specialist
Address: 80 INTERNATIONAL DR,WINDSOR,CT,06095-01044-00017-W
Job ID 1460350BR
Job Summary
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) specialist role will support the development and implementation of programs and strategy leading to a sustainable EHS culture across all Walgreens Supply Chain Operations. This role in partnership with the Supply Chain EHS Manager and business unit stakeholders will develop consistent, effective EHS programs and practices, provide training tools and processes for measuring effective outcomes.
Job Responsibilities
- Assists in the development and implementation of proactive, effective and sustainable EHS programs per regulatory requirements of specific business units.
- Implements and leads injury/illness prevention and EHS awareness strategies.
- Conducts, monitors and utilizes EHS compliance assessments to recommend and implement process/program improvements.
- Communicates and educates team members on EHS standards and practices.
- Identifies and communicates policies and process change requirements that address exposure to risk and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Identifies opportunities to drive continual improvement through innovation and optimization of EHS programs and practices.
- Assists in planning for changes in physical facilities to meet new environmental requirements. Maintains safety equipment and inventory and performs periodic safety inspections.
- Handles regulatory correspondence around compliance violations. Prepares environmental impact statements.
- Assists in the evaluation and preparation of contracts for hazardous waste disposal firms.
- Applies for permits and renewals.
Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170-year heritage of caring for communities. WBA's purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation's medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high-quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans"
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in the development and/or implementation of EHS programs or High School/ GED and at least 4 years of experience in the development and/or implementation of EHS programs.
- Experience working with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards.
- Experience conducting EHS assessments.
- Experience providing employee training.
- Experience using word processing, spreadsheets and database management.
- Willing to travel up to 80% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and at least 5 years of experience in the development and/or implementation of EHS programs.
- Experience in a warehouse, supply chain or retail environment.
- Experience in claims and risk management.
Salary Range$80115 - $128310 / Salaried
Windsor, CT
Walgreens is a trusted and convenient local health destination that millions of Americans rely on every day.
Our founder, Charles R. Walgreen Sr., was known for finding new ways to connect with customers on a personal level and treating each person like a guest in his own home. For over a century, we have expanded that personal connection through our network of neighborhood pharmacies and our innovative health services and products. The foundation for all of this is our trusted pharmacy expertise and our team members who provide essential care that helps people achieve better health outcomes at an affordable cost.
Veterans We’ve made a big commitment to hiring veterans for our team. But this is more than just a pledge. We’re backing it up with the kinds of things you need to successfully transition into the next stage of your career – like training, educational opportunities, and support. After all, we’re counting on you to help the thousands of people we serve in our communities. So, you can count on us every step of the way.
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