OHS Specialist (exp. in procedures and OSHA is required

Occupational Health And Safety Specialist

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we're building the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you'll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. The Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of occupational health and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company standards during commissioning and production operations.

This role works closely with employees, leaders, contractors, consultants, and vendors to identify and mitigate workplace hazards, promote safe work practices, and foster a positive safety culture.

The OHS Specialist provides technical guidance on occupational health and safety requirements, assists with risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations, supports training and emergency preparedness initiatives, and partners with cross-functional teams to drive regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and continuous improvement while helping maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment.

Shifts:

6:30 AM–6:30 PM Days, A-Shift (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Every Other Wednesday) - Shift schedule and hours may be adjusted based on business needs. 6:30 AM–6:30 PM Days, C-Shift (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Every Other Wednesday) - Shift schedule and hours may be adjusted based on business needs. 6:30 PM–6:30 AM Nights, D-Shift (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Every Other Wednesday) - Shift schedule and hours may be adjusted based on business needs.

Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field Relevant work experience may be substituted for required education Preferred:
Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or progress toward professional certification OSHA 30-Hour Certification HAZWOPER Certification First Aid/CPR Certification ISO 45001 training or auditing experience Lockout/Tagout or Electrical Safety training Respiratory Protection or Fit Test Certification Essential

Qualifications:

2+ years of occupational health and safety experience in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, commissioning, or similarly regulated environment Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry standards such as NFPA, ANSI, NEC, ACGIH, and NIOSH Experience conducting workplace inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations Experience developing or delivering safety training programs Experience supporting contractor safety activities and field-based safety programs Experience performing or supporting exposure monitoring for chemical and physical workplace hazards Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across multiple functions Strong verbal and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Ability and willingness to support emergency response activities outside normal business hours as needed Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting commissioning, startup, or construction activities within manufacturing or industrial operations Familiarity with lithium-ion battery manufacturing, chemical handling, or other high-hazard operations Working knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or similar management systems Experience participating in internal audits, regulatory inspections, or compliance assessments Background in industrial hygiene, ergonomics, or occupational exposure assessments Experience supporting safety committees or cross-functional improvement initiatives Experience using EHS or safety management software platforms Experience working with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies as applied to health and safety programs Physical Demands:
Physical

Activities:

Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 20% Walk: 40% Stand: 40% Required Lifting and Carrying:
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