Senior EHS Manager

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Senior EHS Manager in Santa Clara, CA. The position reports to the Director of EHS responsible for operations in California and Oregon and works closely with site management in R&D&E and other EHS staff to drive environmental programs, ensure regulatory compliance and promote continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and direct the EHS and assigned staff, coaching and supervising them to implement EHS management systems that minimize risks to employees, customers and the environment.
• Supervise direct reports, covering staffing, technical leadership, professional and managerial development.
• Manage the health and safety function for Applied Materials' R&D&E operations in California and Oregon, and review and report progress against EHS metrics to site management.
• Ensure proper investigation of accidents and incidents, track corrective actions and ensure compliance with EHS legislation, fire and building codes and standards.
• Handle compliance duties such as equipment and facility permitting, compliance auditing, management of change approvals (including chemical authorization and point-of-use abatement), record keeping and reporting, and liaising with local authorities.
• Lead EHS auditing, inspections and management reviews, track leading and lagging indicators, and prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Manage contractor safety and project support, integrate EHS requirements into equipment and facility projects, and oversee safe work practices for high-risk operations.
• Represent the company before regulatory authorities, external experts and consultants, and support responses to regulatory inquiries or inspections.
• Support emergency preparedness and response for chemical, physical or other occupational hazards, and promote a proactive, prevention-focused safety culture.
• Provide technical guidance to site engineering organizations, help develop site-wide EHS standards and procedures, and control the EHS budget.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene or a related field.
• 8-15+ years of EHS experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA and other applicable regulations.
• Strong analytical, written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of Applied Materials' global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with them.

What we offer

• Salary of $158,500 - $218,000, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program.
• Relocation eligible; travel of about 10% of the time.