Manager- EHSS USA

First Solar (US)

74d • $97,500 - $139,000

About The Position

This position will be directly responsible for managing the plant EHS team and for providing leadership and direction in support of the Company’s goals, local regulations and world class practices. The work location for this position is to be determined and will be communicated at the time of offer. Candidates must be willing to relocate to any First Solar location. Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in an EHS related field preferred, other degrees considered with direct EHS work experience
• At least 8 years of EHS&S experience with progressively increasing scope and responsibility
• Manufacturing experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work with and influence people at all levels inside and external to the company
• Strong problem-solving skills/ experience
• Ability to work both in a hands-on and leadership capacity
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high degree of flexibility
• Advanced technical knowledge of EHS&S
• Ability to integrate EHS&S with other technical and business disciplines
• Comprehensive understanding of EHS&S regulations and requirements
• Track record of providing leadership in the definition, communication and execution of high impact EHS&S programs, systems and initiatives

Nice To Haves

• Similar master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day plant EHS operational support and results
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and First Solar policies
• Mentoring the plant EHS team
• Establishing partnerships with internal organizations to proactively influence the integration of EHS into their operational activities and plans
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives at the plant – including ensuring that compliance/ risk assurance processes are robust (e.g. self-identifying/ correcting issues)
• Partnering closely with other regional and global EHS teams in the sharing of lessons learned and best practices
• Representing EHS and First Solar to key external stakeholders (e.g. regulators, community, industry peers, customers)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees