EHS Specialist

General Profile: 

Possesses in-depth knowledge and extensive experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS). Applies best practices and leverages both internal and external insights to drive continuous improvement in EHS culture. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills by approaching complex challenges with innovative thinking and proven solutions. Operates independently with minimal supervision and serves as a key resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides EHS support for designated projects in alignment with Applied Materials policies and applicable government regulations, aiming to mitigate risks to personnel, equipment, and company liability.
• Leads the development and implementation of EHS programs to reduce risk to employees, customers, and the environment.
• Primarily responsible for Manufacturing Site Safety, with flexibility to rotate and support Lab Safety and Field Service Safety as needed.
• Coordinates safety-related aspects of operations and engineering across internal teams and external partners.
• Maintains deep expertise in one or more EHS disciplines, including: Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Protection, Facilities/Industrial Safety, Lab Safety, and Sustainability.
• Communicates effectively with business units to report safety status, escalate issues, and present solutions.
• Supports and facilitates Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and project work plans to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Conducts thorough incident investigations using methodologies such as 8D, Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) Operational Learning, and other root cause analysis tools. Recommends and tracks corrective and preventive actions.
• Designs and delivers EHS training programs tailored to employee roles and risk profiles.
• Performs safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Applies working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, codes, and standards to evaluate and improve work methods, design specifications, procedures, and policies.
• Track and trend local EHS legislation and take appropriate action to comply with requirements. Communicates EHS issues to all necessary management and employees. Generates necessary reports and documentation

Other Requirements: 

• This position may require certified ISO14001, ISO18001 internal auditor. Certification of Work safety and health officer; Certification of Fire Safety Manager.
• Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

•  Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: 5-15 Years

This position may require certified ISO14001, ISO18001 internal auditor. Certification of Work safety and health officer; Certification of Fire Safety Manager.

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.