Safety Specialist

Full Time

Warren, OH, US

Ultium Cells Overview:

Ultium Cells is a joint venture Lithium-Ion Automotive Battery Cell Manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solutions and General Motors. This new construction high-technology plant will have the latest Battery Cell manufacturing technology. The investment in this new business venture represents a commitment of more than $2.3 Billion. It will be among the largest Battery Cell Manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells will produce Battery Cells for General Motors North American electric vehicle applications.

The Ultium Cell partners include LG Energy Solutions; the world's largest manufacturer of Automotive Battery Cells in the world and General Motors a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

Position Description

The Safety Specialist will focus on improving Health and Safety at the Ultium Cells facility by using their experience to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace and engage employees in the development of a strong health and safety culture. Functions as an expert resource to teams for consistent implementation of company health and safety standards and programs including but not limited to:

Manufacturing Launch and Readiness:

Support the commissioning of facilities and production equipment
Support and participate in onsite launch activities
Support the development of Task Based Risk Assessments

Safety Management System:

Support adoption and implementation of the Workplace Safety System
Drive the development of Ultium Cells specific safety and health standards
Deliver annual Ultium Cells facility health and safety goals and objectives to the workforce

Learning and Development:

Support Manufacturing Learning and Development in the identification and facilitation of the Training Management System and the affective launch of site-specific health and safety training.
Support delivering New Hire and Contractor Orientations
Ensure effective auditing, observations, and reporting of compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Emergency Response:

Participate in the plant’s Emergency Response Planning Process

Other:

Communicate and work effectively with operations, construction, plant floor teams

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

OSHA 30/ASP/CSP or willingness to receive certifications
0-3 years of experience in General Industry and a manufacturing environment
Ability to work selected weekends, holidays, and night shift (8pm-4am)
Strong knowledge of and experience working with OSHA and state/local regulations and requirements
Must be comfortable working in a team setting
Skill in analyzing and evaluating technical data, test results, and reports
Positive attitude, self-driven, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals
Strong attention to detail and organization
Must be willing and able to travel 10-15% of the time

Your Skills & Abilities (Preferred Qualifications)

Knowledge in Lasers, Ionizing Radiation, and Non-Ionizing Radiation
Proficiency in Process Safety Management (PSM)
Familiarity with Combustible Dust practices
Previous experience in working with on-site contractors
Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English
Sufficient knowledge of Ergonomics
Previous experience in a startup environment is advantageous
Previous experience in a Union setting
3+ years of experience in General Industry and a manufacturing environment
Associates degree or some higher education

Your Physical Abilities

Ability to stand for extended periods
Capable of walking on variable surfaces for extended durations
Proficient in climbing stairs and/or ladders
Aptitude for lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Total Rewards Information:

We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals.  We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:

100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision
Generous paid holidays
Tuition Assistance for continuing education
Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone

Ultium Cells LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role. 

Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed every year after to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required.

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