EHS Program Manager

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of R&D-focused EHS programs in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Act as the primary site representative for EHS matters, engaging in audits, inspections, and corporate or regulatory reviews.
• Serve as project lead for cross-functional initiatives (e.g., chemical hygiene planning, lab safety audits, laser safety, contractor EHS management).
• Perform advanced risk assessments and hazard analyses for research activities involving lasers, chemicals, electronics, compressed gases, and prototyping equipment.
• Consult with engineers, and facility planners on experimental design, equipment layout, and lab renovations to ensure EHS integration.
• Analyze safety and environmental performance data, identifying trends and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis and ensure implementation of effective follow-up actions.
• Manage compliance for waste streams including hazardous, universal, and electronic waste; oversee permitting and regulatory reporting for R&D operations.
• Mentor junior EHS professionals and advise department leads on regulatory changes and evolving best practices.
• Support sustainability initiatives including energy, water efficiency, waste minimization, and green lab practices
• Lead emergency response training and manage site emergency preparedness programs, including drills, documentation, and coordination with local responders.
• Oversee workers’ compensation case management, including injury reporting, claims coordination, and return-to-work planning

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience: 8+ years of EHS experience in a R&D or industrial setting (or 4+ years with a Master’s).
• Certifications (preferred): add according to local framework

• Knowledge:
  • Strong knowledge of local EHS regulations relevant to research and development settings.
  • Experience in chemical hygiene planning, laser safety, equipment safety, fire safety, and lab safety program implementation.
  • Proficiency in environmental compliance, incident investigation, and risk management in laboratory and technical environments.
  • Familiarity with EHS management systems, audits, and digital compliance tools.
  • Familiarity with ISO 14001 & 45001

• Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work across departments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable learning new digital tools and systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to a fast-paced, innovative environment.
  • Analytical mindset for problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Work Environment:

• This role supports research and development spaces that include offices, cleanrooms, optical labs, electronics labs, and light fabrication areas. Occasional interaction with external vendors and regulatory inspectors is expected. Occasional need to respond outside of regular business hours for emergency situations.

Pay Range:

Disclaimer:

Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits.