Amkor Technology

EHS Manager

Amkor Technology$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of EHS experience in semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, or complex industrial environments
  • Strong knowledge of chemical safety, hazardous gases, and cleanroom operations
  • Experience managing regulatory compliance programs

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and programs for semiconductor operations
  • Lead risk-based safety programs including LOTO and Electrical Safety
  • Foster a strong safety culture through training and engagement
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and other regulations
  • Maintain necessary environmental permits and reporting
  • Conduct audits and manage corrective actions
  • Oversee programs for hazardous materials and chemical safety

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Engaging work environment focused on safety culture
  • Exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing technologies
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic setting
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Amkor Technology Arizona is seeking the facilities EHS Manager, responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards unique to semiconductor manufacturing. This role provides leadership in driving a strong safety culture, managing chemical and hazardous material programs, and ensuring safe operations within cleanrooms, fabs, and supporting facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs for semiconductor operations, including cleanroom and fab environments.
  • Lead and enhance risk-based programs such as LOTO, Confined Space, Machine Guarding, Working at Heights, and Electrical Safety.
  • Build and foster a strong safety culture through proactive engagement, training, and leadership visibility.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, RCRA, and applicable state/local regulations.
  • Maintain required permits (air, water, hazardous waste, chemical storage, wastewater discharge) and ensure timely reporting.
  • Lead audits and inspections; manage corrective and preventive actions
  • Oversee hazardous materials programs including toxic gases, pyrophoric, corrosives, solvents, and other semiconductor-specific chemicals.
  • Manage chemical approval workflows, SDS library, and exposure assessments.
  • Support hazardous waste storage, labeling, transportation, and disposal processes.
  • Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and development of corrective actions.
  • Conduct risk assessments including JHAs, PHAs, and ergonomic evaluations.
  • Track and analyze EHS performance metrics, trends, and leading indicators.
  • Oversee emergency response plans including chemical spills, gas leaks, fire/life safety, and evacuation procedures.
  • Train and coordinate with Emergency Response Teams (ERT), Security, and Facilities.
  • Ensure readiness of emergency equipment such as gas monitoring systems and eyewash/showers.
  • Develop and deliver EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors.
  • Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulatory and industry requirements.
  • Educate cross-functional teams on safety best practices and behavioral safety.
  • Collaborate with Facilities, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Process Engineering to integrate EHS considerations into equipment installations, process changes, and construction activities.
  • Participate in design reviews, tool installations, and startup safety validations.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of EHS experience in semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, or similarly complex industrial environments.
  • Strong knowledge of chemical safety, hazardous gases, and cleanroom operations.
  • Experience managing regulatory compliance programs.


Preferred Skills:
  • Management or supervisory experience is strongly preferred (leading EHS specialists, technicians, or cross-functional teams).
  • Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent.
  • Experience with ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 systems.
  • Familiarity with semiconductor equipment and associated safety systems (VMBs, VMPs, gas cabinets, Exhaust scrubbers, VOC abatement systems).


Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions and awkward positions.
  • Regularly lift up to 50 lbs and adjust heavy objects.
  • Exposure to sharp, hot, and cold equipment.
  • Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator.
  • Ability to climb ladders, work at elevation, and in confined spaces with PPE.


Industry Standards & Compliance Knowledge:
  • SEMI S2/S8 (Equipment Safety Standards).
  • ISO 14644 (Cleanroom Standards).
  • EPA and state discharge permits.
  • DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification (within 12 months of hire).


Location:

This position will be based at the Arizona Tempe and Peoria sites during the Construction phase and will transition to Peoria for management during the Factory Operation phase.

About Amkor Technology

Amkor Technology is a semiconductor product packaging and test services provider. The company has been headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, since 2005, when it was moved from West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States. The company was founded in 1968 and has more than 30,000 employees worldwide and a reported $4.2 billion in revenue for 2018. Amkor Technology is one of the world's largest providers of outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. The company offers semiconductor design, wafer fabrication, assembly and test services. Amkor's operational base includes production facilities, product development centers, and sales and support offices located in Asia, Europe and the United States. The company's customers include integrated device manufacturers, fabless semiconductor companies and contract foundries. Amkor Technology was founded in 1968 and became a public company in 1998.
Learn more about Amkor Technology
Size
30,400 employees
Market Cap
$5.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$338.1 million
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+9.3%
Revenue
$5 billion
NASDAQ

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