TIMPL

Sr. Specialist, Safety & Health (Bilingual Korean required)

Timpl had partnered up with a global EV battery manufacturing company and is looking for a Sr. Specialist, Safety & Health. 

Summary:
Focus on improving EH&S at the Holland site by using his/her experience to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace and engage employees in the development of a strong EH&S culture. Evaluates workplace compliance with regard to local, state and federal regulations.  Functions as an expert resource to teams for consistent implementation of company EH&S standards and programs. Performs jobsite auditing and conducts incident investigation.  Conducts inspections and ensures compliance with applicable EH&S regulations and standards.  
Responsibilities:

• Oversee one or more plant-wide safety, health programs
• Manage the ISO 45001 certification process and lead the Safety & Health Compliance Team to drive continuous improvement in all Safety & Health programs (PSM, DHA, OHSA Program)
• Ensure hazard identification and mitigation for plant operations and administrative offices
• Conduct daily line walks to ensure EH&S practices are being observed and to note any at-risk behaviors, unsafe conditions, faulty equipment or non-compliance with any EH&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 EH&S related training topics
• Develop/update site specific programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
• Communicate with LGESMI EH&S colleagues around the globe
• Appropriate Respond in the event of accident, Prevention of recurrence.
• 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

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering ore related field required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
• Professional certification (ASP/CSP, CIH, CHMM) preferred

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience evaluating and improving EH&S programs in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated leadership experience is preferred
• Experience managing ISO 45001 certification

Skills:

• MS Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of and experience working with OSHA, EPA and state/local regulations and requirements
• Knowledge in advanced manufacturing technology (automation), chemicals, and electrical
  • safety is a plus
• 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
• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills
• Ability to work flexible hours occasionally