Sr Manager II, EHS Strategic Projects

Coherent Corp. Vietnam•Easton, PA

9h•$144,300 - $199,700

About The Position

The Sr Manager II, EHS Strategic Projects leads strategic environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives across Coherent, with particular priority given to high-hazard facilities. The role works with design, R&D, production, site EHS teams, subject-matter experts, consultants, and corporate crisis response teams to incorporate safe design into processes, manage hazards and change, strengthen emergency preparedness, and improve employee health and EHS performance. It also provides technical guidance, oversees EHS projects and standards, and supports regulatory compliance across sites. The position combines office work with work in industrial manufacturing environments, indoors and occasionally outdoors. Typical hours are daylight, Monday through Friday, but meetings and activities outside normal work hours are required several times a month. The role requires domestic and international travel averaging 20%, up to 50%, and availability for emergency call-ins.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field such as engineering or sciences, environmental sciences, or safety.
At least 10 years of combined progressive responsibility for health, safety, and environmental programs in a multi-site high-tech manufacturing environment.
Experience designing and implementing EHS management systems at programmatic, facility-wide, and multi-site levels.
Prior experience with technical EHS requirements, including Process Safety Management, Risk Management Program, root cause analysis, ergonomic studies, and hazard analysis techniques.
Emergency response training and implementation experience.
Auditing experience across a variety of worksites.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Demonstrated experience leading HAZOP studies, FMEA sessions, and EHS root cause analyses; the posting states “X+ years” without specifying a number.
Working knowledge of Coherent manufacturing and R&D processes, with ability to learn process specifics.
Working knowledge of tools used by EHS professionals and ability to learn new tools.
Ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to travel internationally and domestically, averaging 20% and up to 50% of the time.
Availability for emergency call-ins.
Ability to work outside normal hours several times a month.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 8 hours per day, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and push, pull, and handle 55-gallon chemical drums.
Ability to use required PPE, which may include full-face or half-mask respirators, safety glasses, safety goggles, face shields, chemical-resistant gloves, and chemical-resistant jackets.

Nice To Haves

A degree with a chemistry background, such as chemical engineering, chemistry, or material science.
An advanced degree in sciences, safety, or law.

Responsibilities

Facilitate collaboration among design and R&D teams and stakeholders to prioritize EHS in process development and protect employees during process execution, prioritizing high-hazard facilities.
Review production process designs for hazards, engage production teams, recommend mitigation measures, and implement safe design principles.
Lead risk identification and proactive strategies to minimize or eliminate hazards.
Manage risk assessments for new processes and significant changes to existing processes, applying PHA, JSA, and other EHS reviews, especially for management of change.
Lead HAZOP studies and FMEA sessions, identify hazards and failure modes, and schedule PHA, FMEA, HAZOP, and similar studies on a three-year basis, prioritizing high-hazard facilities.
Partner with sites and subject-matter experts on changes and ensure appropriate change management, including site engagement of EHS DMTS.
Support work overlapping OSHA Process Safety Management, EPA Risk Management Plan, and Department of Homeland Security Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards requirements.
Review and interpret global EHS KPI trends and investigate cause and effect.
Establish minimum requirements and standards for emergency response teams, including training, supplies, frameworks, and recovery.
Ensure site emergency response teams meet minimum requirements and are effective, prioritizing high-hazard sites.
Facilitate information-sharing among site emergency response teams and act as a liaison between site teams and the corporate crisis response team.
Develop and maintain crisis management plans, lead drills, and establish and oversee emergency communication protocols for employees, stakeholders, and authorities.
Monitor workplace conditions for health hazards, including chemical exposures and ergonomic issues.
Provide medical surveillance programs as needed based on regulatory requirements and task-related risks.
Manage corporate resources and projects supporting employee health initiatives and continuous improvement.
Develop Coherent expectations for construction projects, ensure construction companies meet or exceed Coherent standards, establish EHS design reviews, and implement emergency response plans for construction incidents.
Manage consultants working for the Technical Office and indirectly manage EHS employees supporting its projects.
Provide technical support and guidance to site EHS teams, especially at high-hazard sites, and to cross-functional teams.
Lead or support Technical Office EHS projects and ensure completion according to established schedules.
Participate in or lead root cause analyses for incidents, injuries, accidents, and near misses, and develop preventive measures.
Guide sites in complying with applicable EHS regulations.
Improve EHS personnel's technical capabilities through mentoring, training, and other methods.
Review environmental technical standards, guidelines, and regulations; coordinate implementation of necessary changes and understand their application across Coherent sites.
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate scientific studies, experiments, and evaluations to improve EHS processes and safety standards.
Oversee the EHS Corporate Standards and Best Practice Database and participate in coordinating BAGA assessments.
Perform other related duties as assigned or necessary.
Attend required training, follow site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards, and use required personal protective equipment.
Depending on location, execute and maintain applicable ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or other relevant Quality Management System and Environmental Management System standards.