Industrial Hygiene Specialist – Battery Safety Lead

LG Energy Solution Arizona; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Arizona is seeking an experienced Industrial Hygiene Specialist to support health, safety, and environmental programs within battery manufacturing and recycling. You will identify hazards related to metals, solvents, and electrolytes, and implement exposure controls across processes.

You will interpret OELs, support SDS management, and lead investigations while collaborating with EHS, engineering, and operations to protect workers and promote a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, or related field.
• 3+ years in industrial hygiene/occupational health, preferably in manufacturing or chemical processing.
• Knowledge of battery processes (lithium-ion or lead-acid) preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA, ACGIH, and exposure assessment methodologies.
• Experience with IH instrumentation (air sampling pumps, gas detectors, noise dosimeters).
• CIH certification preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Identify hazards related to metals, solvents, and electrolytes.
• Develop exposure control strategies (engineering, admin, PPE).
• Interpret and apply OELs and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Support SDS management and chemical labeling.
• Lead investigations of chemical exposure or occupational illness and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with EHS, engineering, and operations to integrate health and safety into processes.
• Provide training on IH risks, safe work practices, and PPE use.
• Maintain monitoring data and compliance records.
• Stay updated on regulatory developments in battery technologies.

Skills

Industrial Hygiene

Regulatory compliance

OSHA regulations

Air sampling

Exposure assessment

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field

Tools

Air sampling pumps

Gas detectors

Noise dosimeters

Job description

LG Energy Solution Arizona is seeking an experienced Industrial Hygiene Specialist to support health, safety, and environmental programs within battery manufacturing and recycling. You will identify hazards related to metals, solvents, and electrolytes, and implement exposure controls across processes.

You will interpret OELs, support SDS management, and lead investigations while collaborating with EHS, engineering, and operations to protect workers and promote a strong safety culture.