The role involves leading and developing the company's environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs to foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance across manufacturing operations, with a focus on continuous improvement and strategic leadership in EHS management.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the EHS team to foster a safety culture across the organization
Provide leadership and strategic direction for environmental, health, and safety initiatives
Develop, implement, and update the company-wide EHS roadmap and business model
Align organizational and leadership efforts around a shared safety vision
Manage and execute programs that promote safety and environmental stewardship
Partner with managers and employees to understand and mitigate occupational health and safety risks
Support the development and management of EHS management systems
Implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance safety and environmental performance
Hire, coach, and support EHS talent through feedback and recognition
Requirements
Minimum of 20 years experience in EHS and leadership roles.
Bachelor’s Degree in Safety and Occupational Health or a relevant technical discipline.
Demonstrates strong leadership, listening, communication, and analytical skills with an affinity for mentoring and developing others.
Experience with industrial workplace hazards, corresponding programs, hazardous materials, and challenges with scaling processes and designing new tools.
High volume manufacturing experience in semiconductor, photovoltaic (PV), chemical industry, batteries, or similar industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and key design codes, including but not limited to Process Safety Management (PSM), NFPA, and CGA.
Ability to lead and develop a high-performing EHS team, including hiring, coaching, and supporting talent.
Ability to develop, implement, and continually refresh a company-wide EHS strategy and business model.
Ability to align organization, leadership, and new employees on a common safety vision and ensure proper engagement across all levels.
Experience in developing and managing EHS Management Systems and continuous improvement concepts to enhance safety and environmental performance.
Physical ability to wear personal protective equipment including lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes.
Physical ability to move long distances such as from building to building and remain stationary for extended periods.
Proficiency in operating a computer and other office equipment such as a laptop, copier, and printer.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $190,000 to $239,000
Work environment perks: Onsite work
Any additional benefits: Part of a competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses