Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist II

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Full Time Professional Savannah, Ellabell, GA, US

9 days ago Requisition

This position is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment within an electric vehicle (EV) battery cell manufacturing facility. This role focuses on safety program implementation, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance while fostering a safety-first culture. The EHS Specialist spends significant time on the production floor identifying hazards and promoting best practices.

• Develop and implement EHS policies and programs to meet OSHA and company-specific safety standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and industrial hygiene monitoring to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Investigate workplace incidents and injuries, ensuring accurate reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Deliver training sessions for employees and leadership on hazard identification, accident prevention, and compliance programs.
• Maintain documentation and records for EHS programs, including regulatory submissions and compliance reporting.
• Prepare for and assist with internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory events.
• Oversee contractor safety compliance through prequalification processes, safe work permits, and daily walkthroughs.
• Collaborate with leadership to set safety goals and track progress using reports and communication materials.
• Participate in community safety groups and committees, representing the company in safety-related initiatives.
• Maintain Safety KPI's.
• Participates in ISO program implementation and administration.
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field. Will also consider Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical & Chemical) Bachelor degree’s.

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in an EHS role, preferably in manufacturing or automotive environments.
• Certifications related to analysis, safety regulations and reporting is preferred
• Experience in business management or analysis is desired

• MS Office Suite
• Strong analytical skills
• Time management and organizational ability
• Strong communication and documentation skills
  
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HL-GA Battery Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that values the diversity of its workforce.