EHS Manager, Texas Battery Cell & Active Materials

The EHS Manager is responsible for managerial leadership and complex technical work within a wide range of EHS disciplines. Reporting to the Director of EHS, the EHS Manager will support day-to-day 24/7 Texas manufacturing operations by managing and developing the EHS team, processes, and EHS programs that support battery cell and active materials manufacturing.


Responsibilities

• Lead EHS operations that support cell & active materials. Develop, mentor, coach EHS team members based on data driven performance assessments and stakeholder feedback. Assist with the development and implementation of EHS programs and management systems
• Help to establish, track, communicate and develop plans to achieve EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets and Objectives & Key Results (OKR)
• Direct the implementation of EHS policies, procedures, and programs necessary to continuously improve and foster a positive EHS culture
• Develop and maintain working partnerships with business stakeholders to customize and implement solutions that support EHS risk reduction for Tesla employees, supporting personnel, and environmental protection
• Work independently to understand the business and manage tasks that support risk reduction and legal compliance without specific direction
• Proactively collaborate with EHS global and regional functional leadership to ensure the participation in and consistent implementation of EHS initiatives
• Prepare and present EHS performance updates, incident reports, compliance program documents, assessment reports, training course materials, budget/funding requests, and statistics that are technically accurate and complete

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience managing EHS risk, compliance, and management systems for manufacturing operations. 2+ years as a people leader that has directly managed EHS staff. 2+ years of experience practicing EHS in heavy chemical manufacturing, battery manufacturing, semi-conductor manufacturing or mineral and lithium metal refining strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational or Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering or Safety-related discipline. Master's degree and Certifications - CSP, CIH, CHMM preferred
• Practical, hands-on experience with the following: Risk assessment, equipment and process safety, machine guarding, control of hazardous energy, industrial hygiene, respiratory protection, environmental compliance, emergency action planning, hazardous materials management, and incident investigation and analysis
• Demonstrated experience, advanced knowledge and understanding of EHS requirements and regulations at federal and state levels (EPA, OSHA, TCEQ, DOT, etc.) as well as codes and consensus standards (NFPA,ASTM/ANSI, IFC, etc.). Working knowledge of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)
• Ability to quickly adapt, adjust schedules when needed, take initiative, prioritize and work effectively within a fast-paced innovative environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence and communicate with associates and all levels of management
• Proficiency with standard business software, including word processing, presentation software, EHS management software, and spreadsheets
• Valid driver's license required and able to operate assigned fleet. The position will require limited travel up to 20%

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program