Sr. Specialist, Safety and Heath

LG Energy Solution Arizona•Queen Creek, AZ

70d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior EH&S Specialist will focus on developing and implementing safety programs and procedures at the Arizona site. The successful candidate will be able to rely on experience and expertise in operational and process safety to coach production, maintenance and engineering teams on risk identification and hazard controls in the workplace and engage employees in the development of a strong EH&S culture. The Senior EH&S Specialist will also evaluate workplace compliance with regard to local, state and federal regulations, and function as an expert resource to teams for consistent implementation of company EH&S standards and programs. The Senior Specialist responsibilities include performance of job-site audits and process confirmation activities, conducting incident investigations, and engaging with contractors, vendors and other non-company representatives on company standards and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable EH&S regulations and standards.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years in experience evaluating and improving EH&S programs in a manufacturing environment
Bachelor’s degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering or related field preferred, MBA or MS a plus
Professional certification (ASP/CSP, CIH, CHMM) preferred
Knowledge of NFPA and IFC standards and building/fire code requirements
RSO and LSO certifications preferred
Willingness to cross-train in other functions within the EH&S team
Demonstrated leadership experience is preferred
Experience managing ISO 45001 certification
Ability to work flexible hours occasionally
Problem solving and analytical skills
Strong knowledge of and experience working with Fire Prevention, OSHA, EPA and state/local regulations and requirements
Knowledge in advanced manufacturing technology (automation), chemicals, and electrical
Positive attitude, self-driven, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals
Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and computer skills (MS Office Suite)

Nice To Haves

MBA or MS a plus
Professional certification (ASP/CSP, CIH, CHMM) preferred
RSO and LSO certifications preferred
Demonstrated leadership experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Production Technology Engineering team and vendors in performing reviews of equipment installation, commissioning and work process reviews
Oversee plant construction safety programs and collaborate with plant Facilities Engineering and vendors or contractors on fire prevention systems and other hazard abatement measures
Provide guidance on regulatory requirements and audit activities for compliance
Oversee plant-wide safety, health and fire prevention programs as a member of Disaster Prevention Center
Manage the ISO 45001 certification process and lead the Safety & Health Compliance Team to drive continuous improvement in all Safety & Health and fire prevention programs (PSM, DHA, OHSA, NFPA, IFC Program)
Conduct cadenced audit activity to ensure EH&S practices are being observed and to note any at-risk behaviors, unsafe conditions, faulty equipment or non-compliance with any EH&S related policies/regulations
Escalate safety issues/concerns to leadership management
Lead cross-functional teams to drive improvements across the organization
Participate in incident investigations and track corrective action
Participate in emergency/fire response drills and critiques
Conduct new hire orientation, contractor safety and other EH&S related training topics, as required
Develop/update site specific programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
Communicate with LGES EH&S colleagues around the globe
Respond in the event of accidents, lead and collaborate in problem-solving, containment and corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Perform other duties as assigned