Safety Specialist

Qcells North America; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

QCELLS America seeks a Safety Specialist to join our Dalton, Georgia team. The role emphasizes OSHA compliance, safety program creation, incident investigations, and regulatory reporting to sustain a safe manufacturing environment.

You will lead risk assessments, support ISO 45001/14001 efforts, train staff, and coordinate emergency response with the Hazwoper team. A related EHS bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of safety experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related EHS technical field or equivalent
• 5+ years of safety manufacturing or chemical process experience preferred
• Experience generating, preparing, and writing reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong technical writing and training capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of OSHA/EPA safety regulations
• Korean & English communication preferred

Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge on OSHA regulations
• Develop and maintain written safety programs and documents
• Prepare safety reports (internal and external)
• Lead incident investigations with root cause analysis and action plans
• Develop Job Safety Analyses, PPE assessments, confined space procedures, lockout/alternative measures
• Address health and safety noncompliance and coordinate with plant
• Respond to regulatory requests and develop enforcement-action solutions
• Assist in ISO 45001 & 14001 audits
• Enforce safety policies per company rules
• Assist Hazwoper team with training and emergency responses
• Perform basic life support, first aid, and rescue functions
• Assist EHS audits and inspections

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

Report writing

Communication skills

Technical writing

Presentation & training

Microsoft Office

Safety compliance

Bilingual English/Korean (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company 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

SUMMARY

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company 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.
• 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.