What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist, Fire Prevention position at LG Energy Solution?
Title: Specialist, Fire Prevention
Reports to: Fire Chief
Location: Lansing, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary:
As a Fire Prevention Specialist within the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team, you will be assigned to ESMI oversee all fire protection and emergency response operations at the site, combining advanced fire operations expertise with strong project management skills to ensure readiness, regulatory compliance, and effective execution of safety initiatives. This role includes leading a specialized industrial fire brigade in a high-risk lithium-ion battery environment, serving as the fire protection subject matter expert for ESMI 2, coordinating critical suppression projects, and acting as the Incident Commander during all fire-related emergencies at the facility.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily fire protection operations, brigade readiness, and emergency planning at ESMI 2
- Provide on-site command and control during fire incidents, hazardous material releases, and evacuations
- Conduct routine facility fire inspections to ensure compliance with NFPA, MIOSHA, OSHA, IFC, and ISO standards
- Track and close fire code violations and safety gaps through project execution and cross-team coordination
- Maintain accurate documentation of fire drills, inspections, brigade training, incident reports, and system testing
- Manage brigade equipment inventory, schedule preventive maintenance, and ensure service readiness of SCBAs, extinguishers, nozzles, hoses, and turnout gears
- Coordinate training programs for fire brigade personnel with a focus on lithium-ion battery hazards, live-fire scenarios, and NFPA-compliant topics
- Lead evacuation and emergency response drills across all shifts and coordinate After Action Reviews (AARs)
- Support budget planning, cost tracking, and purchasing processes related to fire operations
- Interface with Fire Engineer, Safety Team, Facilities, Security, and vendors to implement fire safety improvements
- Prepare site for corporate HQ audits, MIOSHA inspections, and insurance reviews by maintaining full regulatory documentation
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, or Project Management preferred
- High School Diploma or GED required with relevant experience
- Knowledge of NFPA, IFC, and other fire safety regulations is a plus
- English/Korean bilingual preferred
- Experience working in an industrial or fire safety environment is beneficial
- Experience working with vendors and contractors
Skills:
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and financial software
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to analyze financial data and create budget reports
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Self-motivated, professional, and able to work independently
- Ability to develop and conduct training sessions effectively