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Environmental Health & Safety Manager

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing all environmental, occupational health, safety, and fire protection programs across PCBA and system assembly manufacturing operations. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policieswhile fostering a safe, healthy, sustainable, and compliant workplace tailored to high-volume electronics manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EH&S programs designed for PCBA and system assembly processes, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and loss prevention standards in areas such as soldering, chemical handling, ESD control, and high-power test operations.
• Monitor changes in legislation and industry standards to maintain ongoing compliance and operational readiness.

Risk Management & Incident Response

• Conduct risk assessments focused on manufacturing hazards (chemical use, solder reflow ovens, press-fit equipment, system-level testing, lifting operations, etc.).
• Lead investigations of incidents, accidents, and near-misses; perform root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Manage timely closure and documentation of all corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Maintain accurate and compliant incident reporting processes.

Training & Communication

• Deliver EH&S training tailored to electronics assembly environments (chemical handling, PPE, machine guarding, fire safety, ESD, and ergonomics).
• Promote a proactive safety culture through communication, safety campaigns, and behavioral safety programs.
• Ensure contractor safety onboarding and compliance within PCBA/system assembly production areas.

Inspections, Audits & Documentation

• Conduct safety audits, site inspections, and walk-throughs of production floors, labs, and test areas to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain required EH&S documentation, including SDS/MSDS, chemical inventories, incident logs, and training records.
• Support and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Actively participate in internal and external audits to ensure certification readiness and compliance.

Program & Policy Ownership

• Lead the preparation and execution of EH&S action plans specific to electronics manufacturing operations, including accident prevention, chemical safety, fire prevention, and waste management.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate, external, and regulatory bodies regarding EH&S programs.
• Coordinate fire safety inspections, lifting equipment checks, and hazardous waste disposal compliance activities.

Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity

• Develop and maintain Emergency Response and Business Continuity Plans adapted to assembly and testing operations.
• Organize emergency drills (chemical spill, fire, earthquake, evacuation) and ensure all departments are trained and prepared.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, operations, quality, and facilities to integrate safety into daily PCBA and system assembly practices.
• Collaborate with contractors, vendors, and regulators to support EH&S objectives.
• Communicate safety expectations effectively across all internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• 35 years of EH&S experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or system assembly environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and related compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in hazard identification, chemical safety, and manufacturing risk mitigation.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent credential.
• Advanced degree in Safety, Environmental Management, Fire Protection, or related discipline.
• Internal auditor experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing EH&S in high-volume PCBA or system-level assembly operations.