Ultium Cells Overview:

Ultium Cells is a joint venture Lithium-Ion Automotive Battery Cell Manufacturing plant between LG Chem 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 Chem; 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 his/her experience to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace and engage employees in the development of a strong H&S culture. Functions as an expert resource to teams for consistent implementation of company H&S standards and programs.

Job Responsibilities 

• Design and manage process safety management program
• Coordinate initial process hazard analyses (PHA) and periodic updates
• Develop recommendations for addressing process safety issues identified during risk analysis
• Coach and train other employees and the plant leadership team about process safety requirements
• Oversee one or more plant-wide safety and health programs and act as a champion of the sites workplace safety system
• 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
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive improvements across the organization
• Participate in incident investigations and track corrective actions
• Conduct new equipment reviews, mechanical risk assessments and ergonomic risk assessments
• Participate in emergency response drills and critiques
• Conduct new hire orientation, contractor safety and other H&S related training topics
• Develop/update site specific programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
• Evaluates workplace compliance with regard to local, state and federal regulations 
• Performs jobsite auditing and conducts incident investigation 
• Conducts inspections and ensures compliance with applicable H&S regulations and standards
• Additional duties as assigned
• Ability to work selected weekends, holidays, and shifts

Qualifications And Competencies 

• Bachelor’s degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
• 3 years of experience evaluating and improving Safety and Health programs in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge in advanced manufacturing technology (automation), chemicals, and electrical safety a plus
• 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
• Professional certification (GSP/CSP, CIH) preferred
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Strong hazard recognition skills

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

•Up to 20 paid holidays a year but no less than 17 paid holidays

•Tuition Assistance for continuing education

•Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles

•Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone

•Comfortable air-conditioned work environment

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.

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