Field EHS Manager
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For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
Job's mission
As our Regional EHS Manager for Japan, you’ll be the driving force behind creating a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment across our local service operations. In this strategic role, you’ll lead health and safety programs that protect our people, ensure customer trust, and align with ASM’s global vision. You’ll work closely with regional leadership and global counterparts to ensure our safety standards stay ahead of evolving industry regulations and customer expectations.
What you will be working on
- Lead the execution and continuous improvement of ASM’s Health & Safety (H&S) programs across Japan’s Service region
- Serve as the main safety leader for the region, partnering with management, service teams, and customer sites to ensure safe work environments
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local/regional regulations, ASM policies, SEMI standards, and customer-specific safety procedures
- Provide strategic and tactical guidance on H&S matters to Japan Service Management and Global EHS leaders
- Serve as a subject matter expert to regional teams on safety-related issues and workplace risk mitigation
- Analyze safety data and metrics, identify trends, and implement action plans that drive performance and reduce risk
- Coordinate and enhance safety incident investigations, emergency response planning, and health case reporting
- Develop, maintain, and deliver safety training programs for service engineers and office personnel
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with customer EHS counterparts to align programs and ensure seamless compliance
- Organize and lead safety committee meetings, representing the voice of the service organization
- Contribute to global alignment by working with other regional Service Safety Managers to define and standardize H&S procedures and documentation
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to a local team of EHS Engineers
- Travel up to 50% within Japan to support service offices and customer fab sites
What we are looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Health & Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive H&S experience in high-tech industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, equipment service, or design
- Deep knowledge of ISO 45001 standards and Japanese regulatory frameworks
- Experience working in or supporting semiconductor fabs or high-containment facilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese
- Comfortable working in cleanroom environments and around hazardous materials and systems
What sets you apart
- Knowledge of the semiconductor equipment industry, especially CVD/EPI wafer processing equipment and service ergonomics standards
- Experience with industrial hygiene methods and standards applicable to semiconductor environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams
- Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to identify risks and solve complex problems
- Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse levels of an organization
- Adapts well to fast-paced environments with evolving priorities, strategy, and growth
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