Site Lead, EHS

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Job Title: Site Lead, EHS Job Description: Entegris is currently seeking a Lead, Site EHS to join our Environmental Health & Safety team . This position will be based in our Chaska, MN facility. The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Lead is a key site leader responsible for advancing a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory excellence at the Entegris Chaska facility. This role provides strategic direction, technical expertise , and day-to-day oversight of EHS programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and industry best practices. The EHS Lead develops, implements, and continuously improves systems and programs that protect employees, support operational objectives , and drive sustainable business performance. Through a data-driven approach, this position proactively identifies risks, monitors leading and lagging indicators, establishes performance metrics, and implements corrective actions to achieve world-class EHS results. As a visible champion of operational excellence and employee engagement, the EHS Lead leads site-wide initiatives including regulatory compliance, environmental programs, hazardous waste management, training, audits, inspections, incident investigations, and emergency response activities. This role partners closely with site leadership, employees, and cross-functional teams to build a proactive, accountable, and solution-oriented culture focused on injury prevention, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement. Success requires a strong leadership presence, the ability to influence all levels of the organization, and the flexibility to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment while driving initiatives that advance Entegris’ commitment to an injury-free workplace, environmental responsibility, and industry-leading EHS performance. At Entegris Chaska, you won't simply manage compliance programs. You'll help protect the people, processes, and innovations that enable the world's most advanced semiconductor technologies. Our products support some of the industry's most critical manufacturing processes, making safety, quality, and operational excellence essential to our success. The work performed here has a direct impact on a global network of customers and Entegris sites that rely on our performance, expertise , and reliability every day. WHAT YOU'LL DO Deliver hands-on EHS training and coaching to managers, supervisors, and employees to reinforce safe work practices and ensure compliance. Serve as the site’s EHS subject matter expert , overseeing day-to-day compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies. Support incident investigations and site inspections, assist in identify ing root causes and risks, and drive timely corrective actions. Maintain a visible presence on the production floor to identify hazards, address safety and environmental concerns, and reinforce safe behaviors. Partner with facilities, engineering , and operations on new projects and process changes to identify EHS risks, implement appropriate controls , and obtain required environmental permits . This would include participation in MOC, FMEA, PSSR , etc. Manage environmental compliance programs, including air, water, and waste, along with required monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting. Support regulatory inspections and serve as the primary contact for agency inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses. Track and review EHS performance metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement. Maintain any required corporate management system activities , including internal audits and ongoing improvements. Maintain an annual budget for EHS needs including forecasting for capital expenditures to ensure continuous reduction of risk. Build strong working relationships across the site to promote accountability, collaboration, and a culture of safety and environmental responsibility . WHAT WE SEEK: Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety , Science, Engineering, or a related EHS discipline required . Minimum of 7 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment ( 10+ years preferred), with demonstrated leadership responsibilities. Hands-on experience managing both safety and environmental compliance programs, including air, water, and hazardous waste regulations. Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, and applicable state requirements). Experience supporting environmental permitting, reporting, and regulatory inspections strongly preferred. Experience with hazardous materials/chemical safety management. Proven ability to lead incident investigations, identify root cause (s) , and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. Demonstrated success developing, implementing, and improving EHS programs in an operational environment. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to engage employees at all levels and build effective working relationships. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical requirements into practical guidance. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret regulations and apply sound, practical solutions. Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or similar are a significant plus. Additional Information: The EHS Lead role has the potential for supporting additional sites based on performance and/or need. T his is a dedicated on-site position requiring consistent presence to support site operations, employee interactions, and EHS initiatives. Plastics exp erience preferred such as molding Non negotiables this is not a remote position, must be on site to support a high functioning manufacturing facility Soft skil l s of this role include; Leadership Presence , Influencing Skills , Accountability , Communication , Emotional Intelligenc e, Coaching & Development , Critical Thinking , Change Management , Conflict Resolution , Adaptability and ability to take regulatory compliance and make it simple for learners and leaders WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS? Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office. WHAT WE OFFER Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Compensation: $ 125,000 - $ 145,000 per year with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role Annual bonus eligibility Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs Education assistance to support your learning journey A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.