Safety Specialist

Qcells Georgia, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company based in Cartersville, Georgia, is hiring a Safety Specialist to advance our safety program and regulatory compliance. You will develop written safety programs, conduct incident investigations, and support ISO 45001/14001 audits to ensure a safe work environment.

The role requires strong communication and technical writing skills, plus experience with OSHA regulations and safety reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related EHS field; relevant work experience may be considered.
• Experience generating, preparing, and writing safety reports.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; strong writing ability.
• Presentation and training experience; familiarity with safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge on OSHA regulations and safety compliance.
• Develop and maintain written safety programs, forms and templates.
• Prepare safety reports, monthly internal and external reports.
• Lead incident investigations with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Develop Job Safety Analysis, PPE assessments and lockout procedures.
• Identify noncompliance issues and work with plant to implement solutions.
• Respond to regulatory requests and enforcement actions, develop solutions.
• Assist in ISO 45001 & 14001 audits and certifications.
• Enforce safety policies and support Hazwoper training and emergencies.
• Perform basic life support, first aid and rescue functions; assist audits.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Presentation and training

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related EHS field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company headquartered in Cartersville, Georgia, is dedicated to creating a sustainable future through clean energy solutions. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Safety Specialist to join our team and contribute to our commitment to safety and excellence.

Description

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company headquartered in Cartersville, Georgia, is dedicated to creating a sustainable future through clean energy solutions. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Safety Specialist to join our team and contribute to our commitment to safety and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge on OSHA regulations
• Develop and maintain written safety programs and related documents (forms, templates, etc.).
• Prepare safety reports, including internal monthly reports and external reports.
• Lead incident investigations, including facilitating root cause analysis, creating action plans, developing safety alerts, and tracking closure of corrective action items.
• Develop Job Safety Analysis, PPE Assessments, confined space procedures, lockout/alternative protective measure procedures.
• Identify and address health and safety noncompliance matters, working with plant to provide solutions.
• Respond to regulatory requests and assessments and develop solutions for any enforcement actions.
• Assist in ISO 45001 & 14001 certifications audits.
• Enforce all environmental and safety policies in accordance with company policies.
• Assist Hazwoper team with training and emergency situations.
• Perform emergency basic life support functions, first aid, and rescue functions.
• Assist EHS department with audits and inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related EHS technical field (relevant work experience may be considered as an alternate).
• 5+ years of safety manufacturing or chemical process experience preferred.
• Experience in generating, preparing, and writing reports.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Presentation and training experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.li>
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Ability to communicate in both Korean and English is preferred.
• Military veterans with engineering, chemical, safety, or industrial operations background are strongly encouraged to apply.

QCELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.