Specialist I, Health & Safety

Job Description Job Description Title: Specialist l, Health and Safety Reports to: Manager, EHS Location: Lansing, MI LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! Summary: As a Health and Safety Specialist you will focus on improving Health and Safety by using your experience to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace and engage employees in the development of a strong H&S culture. Responsibilities: # Follow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP’s during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and/or surrounding work area # Support safety trainings to employees # Ensure effective hazard identification and mitigation for plant operations and administrative offices # Conduct daily line walks to ensure S&H practices are being observed and to note any at-risk behaviors, unsafe conditions, faulty equipment or non-compliance with any H&S related policies/regulations # Ensure timely communication of safety issues/concerns to department leadership # Support cross-functional teams to drive improvements across the organization # Support incident investigations and track corrective actions # Conduct new equipment reviews, mechanical risk assessments and ergonomic risk assessments # Support emergency response drills and critiques # Support new hire orientation, contractor safety and other H&S related training topics # Support workplace compliance evaluations in regard to local, state and federal regulations # Support jobsite auditing and conducts incident investigation # Conduct inspections and ensures compliance with applicable H&S regulations and standards # Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards: # Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain # Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container ~ Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: ~ Bachelor’s degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent, relevant experience Experience: ~1 to 3+ years of experience evaluating and improving Safety and Health programs in a manufacturing environment ~ Strong knowledge of and experience working with OSHA and state/local regulations and requirements ~ Professional certification (ASP/CSP, CIH, CHMM) preferred but not required. Skills: MS Office Suite Comfortable working in a team setting Skilled in analyzing and evaluating technical data, test results, and reports Positive attitude, self-driven, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team Benefits Overview ~100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family ~100% employer-paid disability and life insurance ~ Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs ~ Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays ~ Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company ~401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO