EHS Manager - Onsite

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Nov 2026   Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life At Medtronic Neuroscience, we bring innovation, expertise, and purpose together to improve outcomes and transform lives for people living with neurological, spine, and chronic pain conditions.                     At Medtronic CST, we bring together innovative technologies that empower surgeons and improve outcomes in complex spine and cranial procedures.   Check us out on LinkedIn:  Medtronic CST   The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) function partners across Research and Development, Operations, Facilities, Quality, and other site functions to support a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This team develops and sustains programs that protect employees, reduce risk, strengthen regulatory compliance, and support business objectives across a complex innovation and operations environment. This position is based in Lafayette, Colorado and follows an onsite work arrangement. Primary Responsibilities The EHS Manager leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs for a multi-functional site. This role partners with leaders across the organization to maintain regulatory compliance, reduce operational risk, strengthen employee engagement in safety initiatives, and drive a culture of continuous improvement. Responsibilities Include • Lead site environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. • Partner with business leaders to align EHS strategies with site priorities and organizational objectives. • Manage, coach, and develop EHS team members, including performance planning, employee development, and goal achievement. • Evaluate workplace hazards and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce risk and improve safety performance. • Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action programs to prevent recurrence. • Interface with regulatory agencies, support inspections and audits, and manage permit requirements and compliance obligations. • Develop and deliver EHS training programs that promote employee awareness, accountability, and safe work practices. • Monitor EHS metrics and program effectiveness, driving continuous improvement through data analysis and best practice sharing. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of Environmental, Health and Safety experience OR advanced degree with 3+ years of Environmental, Health and Safety experience. Preferred Qualifications • Experience developing, implementing, and managing Environmental, Health and Safety programs. • Experience interpreting and applying regulatory requirements, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. • Experience leading incident investigations, hazard assessments, and corrective action programs. • Experience supervising, coaching, or leading employees and teams. • Experience supporting Research and Development laboratories, regulated manufacturing environments, or multi-functional campuses. • Experience supporting medical device, advanced technology, battery, or highly regulated operations. • Experience con