EHS Initiatives and Culture/HOP Leader

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$120,000.00 - $159,500.00

Location:

Home / Mobile,AZ-001, Home / Mobile,CA-001, Home / Mobile,MA-001, Home / Mobile,TX-001

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

You’ll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

Position Overview:

Applied Materials is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as the EHS Initiatives and Culture/HOP Leader. As the EHS Initiatives and Culture/HOP Leader, you will play a pivotal role in assisting Applied Materials on our HOP journey, helping local EHS teams embed HOP elements to improve safety culture. This includes coaching and leading teams to conduct operational learning events, ensuring that HOP principles are effectively integrated into daily operations and safety practices. Additionally, this individual will assist in the identification, development and implementation of EHS productivity enhancement initiatives for COE and Business Units (BU).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop HOP training content and assist in deploying the training across our global locations.

• Mentor and coach global EHS teams on responding to injuries and incidents using HOP principles.

• Assist in project management of key initiatives and projects across senior EHS leadership team. This may include leading cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and stakeholder engagement.

• Collaborate with various departments to verify training requirements and assist in developing training content in line with EHS standards.

• Assist site EHS teams in conducting self-assessments against corporate audit protocols.

• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to continuously improve and update the EHS standards.

• Assist in EHS Information Management System (Gensuite) implementation and defining internal audit protocols in the EHS Information System.

• As needed, provide guidance and mentorship on injury management and worker's compensation programs.

• Serve as project leader on productivity focused initiatives that focus on utilization of systems to drive efficiencies in EHS processes. 

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in implementing and managing Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to enhance safety culture and operational learning.

• Experience in injury management and worker's compensation programs.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in EHS, preferably in a corporate setting.

• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal EHS regulations and requirements, in addition to an understanding of the global regulatory landscape.

• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and managing EHS programs, policies, and procedures.

• Proven track record in conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations, and developing corrective actions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to think critically and make sound decisions.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Other Skills:

• Strong problem-solving capability and project management skills.

• Effective communication and presentation skills.

• Familiarity with EHS Information Software Systems, such as Benchmark Gensuite.

• Able to work independently and manage multiple complex issues in parallel.

• Ability to travel globally ~ 30% of the time to our US and international locations.

Functional Knowledge:

• Subject matter expert in the latest EHS regulations.

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of concepts, theories, and principles in EHS, with a specialized focus on HOP and occupational safety.

Leadership:

• Able to lead a diverse team of EHS professionals. Ability to manage up, down and sideways.

• Able to lead and coach regional EHS staff as part of project management and auditing

Problem Solving:

• Identifies and resolves technical, operational, and organizational problems.

Impact:

• Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding projects, products, services, and/or technologies and developing policies and plans.

• Guided by business unit, department, or sub-functional business plans.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Influences others internally and externally, including senior management.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Collaborates well with the team and can collaborate with internal and external partners.

• Guides, influences, and persuades others internally in related areas or externally.

• Uses tact and diplomacy to exchange information and manage sensitive issues.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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