Direktor für Arbeitssicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz (m/w/d)

Job Description

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Silfab Solar is the North American leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-efficiency, premium quality solar cells and solar modules. Silfab leverages more than 40 years of solar experience and best-in-class technologies operating state-of-the-art facilities in Burlington, Washington, Fort Mill, South Carolina, and corporate headquarters in Toronto, Canada. Each operating facility features multiple automated production lines, certified to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System standard, and just-in-time manufacturing to deliver Buy American approved PV modules specifically designed for and dedicated to the North American market.

We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise EHS & Process Safety Governance

• Serve as the corporate authority for Environmental, Health, Safety, and Process Safety Management.
• Establish enterprise‑wide governance, standards, and escalation pathways for high‑hazard and process safety risks.
• Chair or sponsor enterprise EHS and Process Safety steering committees.
• Provide regular briefings to executive leadership on EHS and process safety risk exposure, performance trends, and emerging risks.
• Exercise authority to stop work or shut down processes for unsafe, non‑compliant, or high‑risk conditions.

EHS & Process Safety Management Systems (ISO & PSM)

• Own the design, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise management systems aligned with:
  • ISO 14001 - Environmental Management Systems
  • ISO 45001 - Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
  • OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119), where applicable
• Establish standardized enterprise processes for:
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment (HIRA/JHA)
  • Process hazard analysis (PHA), including HAZOP, What‑If, and FMEA methodologies
  • Management of Change (MOC)
  • Operating procedures and safe work practices
  • Incident investigation, root cause analysis, and learning systems
• Ensure certification readiness, internal audit rigor, and consistent site execution within enterprise frameworks.

Process Safety Leadership (PSM & HAZOP)

• Provide strategic oversight of Process Safety Management programs for chemical and high‑risk operations.
• Ensure effective governance of critical PSM elements, including:
  • Process hazard analysis (PHA) and HAZOP facilitation or oversight
  • Mechanical integrity and asset reliability
  • Process safety training and competency
  • Emergency planning and response for major hazard scenarios
• Influence early‑stage capital project design, equipment selection, and process changes to eliminate or reduce process safety risk.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure PSM requirements are integrated into:
  • New processes, tools, and automation
  • Advanced chemical delivery systems
  • Highly automated and complex manufacturing equipment

Environmental Risk Management & Sustainability

• Lead enterprise environmental programs, including:
  • Chemical lifecycle management (storage, use, disposal)
  • Hazardous and universal waste management
  • Air permitting and emissions control (VOCs, acids, solvents)
  • Wastewater compliance, pretreatment, and water stewardship
  • Emergency response, spill prevention (SPCC), and contingency planning
• Establish environmental performance metrics and support ESG reporting, customer audits, and sustainability initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and environmental risk mitigation.

Health & Safety Leadership - High Hazard & Technical Environments

• Provide strategic oversight for safety programs in complex manufacturing environments, including:
  • Industrial hygiene and exposure monitoring
  • Chemical hazard communication (GHS)
  • Contractor safety governance
  • Cleanroom safety, ergonomic risk, and precision work hazards
  • Specialized PPE and engineered controls
• Demonstrate leadership credibility in highly technical and automated operations, even when not the direct subject matter expert.

Capital Planning, M&A, and Business Enablement

• Influence capital planning, facility design, and process engineering to ensure EHS and process safety hazards are addressed upstream.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, site expansions, and greenfield projects through:
  • EHS and process safety due diligence
  • Integration planning
  • Startup and operational readiness reviews
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership during strategic growth decisions.

Metrics, Auditing & Performance Management

• Establish and manage enterprise KPIs, including:
  • TRIR, DART, and severity rates
  • Near‑miss and process safety event reporting
  • Environmental incidents and permit deviations
  • PHA/HAZOP completion and action closure rates
  • Audit findings and corrective action effectiveness
• Lead enterprise EHS and PSM audits and ensure timely, effective closure of findings.
• Use data and trend analysis to drive proactive risk reduction and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in EHS, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, or related field.
• 8-12+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience in chemical, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated leadership of Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Experience with PHA / HAZOP oversight or facilitation.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable environmental and safety regulations.
• Proven ability to influence executive leaders and operational decision‑makers.

Preferred

• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent.
• Direct experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification.
• Multi‑site or global manufacturing oversight.
• Experience supporting customer EHS audits and ESG reporting.
• M&A, greenfield startup, or high‑hazard process implementation experience.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Market Wages
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program