EHS Site Leader

Element Solutions Inc

. Direct, manage and create environmental, health, safety and sustainability programs for the Fremont site and San Jose research and development facility .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeFremont • California • United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS) programs, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and maintaining ISO 14001 and 18001 certifications. Proven ability to lead training initiatives, manage risk, and implement continuous improvement strategies in EHS practices.

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ISO 14001 Management SystemsHazardous Waste ManagementEHS ComplianceLeadership and Influencing SkillsBehavioral-Based Safety Programs

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Hard Skills

Environmental ManagementHealth and Safety RegulationsRisk ManagementData Gathering and ReportingWaste Reduction MethodologiesKPI Performance MeasurementIndustrial HygieneAir PermittingPPE ManagementContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingDecision-MakingEffective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

EHS Audit ToolsTraining Delivery PlatformsIncident Command SystemsEnvironmental Monitoring SystemsSafety Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

40 Hr HAZWOPER CertificationDOT Hazardous Materials Transportation CertificationIMDG CertificationIATA CertificationCHMM CertificationSix Sigma CertificationLean Manufacturing Certification

Industry Keywords

Environmental ComplianceHealth and SafetySustainability ProgramsRegulatory AffairsCalifornia State RegulationsRCRA RequirementsSPCCSWPPPNPDESOSHA 300 Log

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct, manage and create environmental, health, safety and sustainability programs for the Fremont site and San Jose research and development facility
Manage regulatory affairs arising from environmental, health and safety and product liability issues
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental, health and safety laws and regulations
Maintain facilities in EHS audit-ready condition
Oversee and maintain ISO 14001 and 18001 Management Systems
Develop and maintain written procedures and programs for ISO management-system compliance and certification audits
Lead Environmental Management Review Meetings to maintain ISO 14001 and 18001 certifications
Supervise permitting, monitoring, data gathering and reporting to government agencies
Perform or arrange environmental, health and safety training and inspection/audit programs
Appraise leadership of significant EHS issues
Oversee health, safety, security, sustainability and environmental aspects of the Fremont and San Jose facilities
Manage PPE requirements, including employee uniforms
Champion change-management initiatives and PSM for new processes
Create and champion recycling initiatives to reduce waste, including ESG activities
Evaluate and approve site safe-work permits and related permits
Oversee investigations of near-misses and incidents
Evaluate and approve safety suggestions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, EHSS or other closely related field
5-8 years of related experience
Knowledge of hazardous waste, non-regulated waste, California State regulated waste, special and universal waste management, and RCRA requirements
Knowledge of industrial hygiene, air permitting and emissions, SPCC, SWPPP and NPDES
Knowledge of OSHA 300 log, JHAs and PPE, powered industrial trucks, written health and safety plans, PSM, written environmental plans, and respirator program management
Ability to travel up to 15% of working time domestically
Experience in communication, DOT, IMDG and IATA hazardous materials transportation, CPR, First Aid, and spill response
Knowledge of and drive for continuous improvement
Experience implementing and driving behavioral-based safety programs
Experience managing vendors and contractors
Experience managing risk to identify leading EH&S indicators, including participation from all site personnel
Experience with waste reduction and pollution abatement methodologies
Experience creating and managing KPI performance measurement processes to verify EH&S effectiveness
Must have or be willing to obtain a 40 Hr HAZWOPER certification and Incident Command training within the first 6 months of employment
Must have or be willing to obtain DOT, IMDG and IATA Hazardous Materials transportation certification within the first 6 months of employment
Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing certifications are a plus
CHMM certification is a plus
Strong leadership and influencing skills
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Effective communication and training delivery
High attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Performance related bonus plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness Program
PTO/Holidays
401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for professional development
Opportunities for career growth
Innovative, dynamic and collaborative work environment