Environment, Health and Safety Manager

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UCT is seeking an experienced and talented Manager, EHS to join our team in Fremont, CA! The successful candidate will support the implementation of EHS management systems to ensure regulatory and safety compliance at multiple Ultra Clean Technology (UCT) facilities. Job duties will encompass a variety of EHS areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the team to ensure compliance with the state and federal regulatory agencies and related policies as OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.
• Develop and submit all applicable EHS permits, Forms, and reports to EPA, Wastewater, Fire Department, and other regulatory agencies.
• Conduct routine compliance EHS audits/inspections, provide reports and action plans to ensure hazardous conditions or at-risk behaviors are identified and corrected and employees are following EHS policy and procedures.
• Develop and conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for different operations, communicate identified risks, and provide solutions, control measures, and action plans for addressing the risks.
• Meet goal of Zero injuries and accidents to the employees and contractors by establishing a generative safety culture and EHS management systems.
• Develop insightful actions, suggest recommendations, and influence the direction of the line by effectively working with the site operations and management team.
• Monitor full implementation of EHS programs, evaluate the effectiveness of the programs using established goals and make recommendations, and plan for corrective action(s) based on industry standards and best practices.
• Under the direction of the Global EHS Head, develop strategic EHS plans to meet organizational goals.
• Drive incident investigations and provide corrective and preventive actions to prevent the reoccurrence of the incidents.
• Provide specialized EHS expertise for the facility, particularly concerning new projects and change management endeavors.
• Develop, implement and deliver training to the new hire and operations employees, EHS programs, policies and procedures as well as local and federal requirements and regulations.
• Monitor and approve industrial hygiene sampling strategies and results.
• Serves as the primary contact and responds to reports of leaks, spills, and any other release of potentially harmful or hazardous materials.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the EHS programs using established goals and make recommendations and implement corrective action(s) based on industry standards and best practices.
• Represent the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs.
• Drive and mentor Safety Committee, communicate action plans, and follow up with action owners.
• Perform other duties, projects, and initiatives as assigned.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Work effectively as a team player with multiple working groups and departments.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and writing skills.
• Act as EHS subject matter expert and utilize approaches that require innovation and technical skills.
• Well-developed planning and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize activities, meet commitments, and meet deadlines.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• Bachelor of Science (or country equivalent) in Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or Chemical Engineering field preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Certifications in safety and occupational health are preferred but not required.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years relevant working experience preferably within a chemical, metal finishing, semiconductor, wastewater treatment, oil and gas, or related industries.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations including storm water, air/water, Tier 2 reports, Form R, etc. Extensive knowledge of EPA, OSHA, DOT, NFPA, and other governmental regulations and laws.
• Strong track record of submitting permits, working with regulatory agencies, leading and developing EHS programs, performing audits, JHA, and gap assessment.
• Demonstrated experience in hazardous materials, emergency response team development, implementation, and administration.
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, adept at building relationships with internal and external parties at all organizational levels.

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Environmental Exposure:

• Required to wear personal protective equipment when applicable.
• Subject to occasional hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals and etc.

At Ultra Clean Technology, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

UCT offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $98,200 and $147,200/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including variable pay and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO (Paid Time Off) and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these additional compensation and benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.