Associate Director - Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)

Codexis•Redwood City, CA

57d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director, EHS is responsible for developing, implementing and oversight of the EHS compliance programs for Codexis laboratories, offices, GMP facilities, including general lab safety, regulatory compliance, training, and ergonomics. The Associate Director EHS is a critical point of contact for lab and office personnel, addressing safety questions and concerns, and helping to drive and maintain a culture of safety and compliance. This role will be based in Redwood City. If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you! Confident and proactive leadership style able to positively influence change. Coaching, mentoring, and collaborative management style that develops rapport at all levels. Continuous improvement mentality with ability to strategically design and scale complex EHS programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering related discipline.
Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in laboratory operations experience managing and scaling lab operations in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical research environment. Ten (10) years with a master's degree. Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.
Customer service oriented and has a track record of anticipating the needs of all customers, including bench scientists and office employees.
Proficient in GMP, GLP, and GDP processes and procedures.
Ability to collaborate cross functionally and align stakeholders to a common problem or solution.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing and prioritizing input from diverse stakeholders to deploy a plan that meets the needs of the business.
Ability to operate effectively at both an operational and strategic level.

Responsibilities

Lead the strategy, development, and execution of scalable EHS programs to support evolving laboratory and GMP operations, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, business growth, and long-term sustainability goals.
Oversee all EHS functional areas, including Emergency Response, Emergency Action Planning (EAP), Respiratory Protection (RPP), Injury and Illness Prevention (IIPP), Ergonomics, Hearing Conservation, Medical Waste, Biological Safety, Chemical Hygiene, Hazard Communication, and Exposure Control.
Lead the Crisis Management Team (CMT) and Emergency Response Team (ERT), ensuring readiness, training, and coordinated response capabilities.
Drive a comprehensive Process Safety Management program, integrating technical, procedural, and managerial controls to proactively identify and mitigate hazards.
Develop and implement risk assessment protocols for chemical handling, SDS management, and operational activities to ensure regulatory compliance and employee safety.
Establish and lead a cross-functional safety committee to coordinate safety initiatives, promote compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.
Oversee incident investigation processes, analyze trends, and lead the development of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to strengthen safety performance.
Design and maintain compliant waste management programs, including hazardous and medical waste collection, storage, and disposal, in accordance with evolving regulations and operational needs.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k with Company Match up to 4%
Company Equity
Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
Mental Health Wellness Program
Subsidized onsite lunch program
Onsite Gym Facilities
Paid Parental Leave
And More!