Corporate EHS Senior Manager

Who We Are  

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made. 

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). 

• Develops and implements global EHS policies, standards, and programs.
• Provides strategic direction and oversight for EHS initiatives.
• Creates a positive partnership with Company Leadership and serves as the point of contact for EHS-related matters.
• Collaborates with senior leadership to integrate EHS into business operations.
• Leads Corporate Safety Committee meetings.
• Provides supervision and leadership to direct reports including employee performance management, motivating and facilitating continuous learning and development, conducting annual performance appraisals, and providing timely feedback and recognition.

• Ensures compliance with all local, state, federal, and international EHS regulations.
• Conducts regular audits and inspections to identify and mitigate risks.
• Develops and manages internal EHS audits and self-assessment of the company, including risk assessments at varying levels, and acts as a trainer/advisor to internal auditors.
• Reviews and approves the compliance of new equipment through nLIGHT’s station sign-off process.
• Oversees incident investigations and corrective actions.

• Acts as subject matter expert for laser safety in the US and in coordination with other global nLIGHT locations.
• Reviews and approves Laser SOPs and station set-ups.

• Supports QEHS Director and Engineering regarding product safety and environmental compliance.

• Identifies, develops, and provides EHS training and education.
• Develops and oversees the delivery EHS training programs for employees at all levels.
• Monitors the EHS training matrix to ensure ongoing compliance and competency.
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning and improvement in EHS practices.
• Leads by example.

• Ensures EHS Policies are consistent with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Reports EHS Policy nonconformances to the QEHS Director.
• Provides all levels of the company with advice related to EHS matters, legal requirements, and best practices.

• Plans, develops, implements, and maintains EHS policies, procedures, and programs in the US. Standardize with other global nLIGHT locations.
• Coordinates safety inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA standards, ensures prompt response to safety violations including reporting findings, identifying corrective and/or preventative measures, and monitoring follow-up inspections.
• Provides coaching to managers to ensure technical competence and EHS leadership development.
• Provides oversight of the Emergency Response Teams.
• Provides oversight of the hazardous material receiving and disposal processes.
• Executes a robust Hazard Communication Program including the availability of correct and current SDS.

• Oversee the imple