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Director of EH S

Sila
Alameda, California
Full Time
Posted December 22, 2025
$190k - $239k
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Job Description

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

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