Safety Specialist

HANWHA Q CELLS USA INC; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company in Dalton, GA, is seeking a Safety Specialist to strengthen our EHS program and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will develop safety programs, lead incident investigations, perform risk assessments, and support ISO 45001 & 14001 audits. Strong communication and technical writing are essential.

Experience in manufacturing safety and knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations are preferred; bilingual Korean/English is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EHS-related field or equivalent experience.
• 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 presentation abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations and compliance.
• Bilingual Korean/English preferred.
• Military veterans with engineering/safety background encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge on OSHA regulations.
• Develop and maintain written safety programs and related documents.
• Prepare safety reports, monthly and external.
• Lead incident investigations with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Develop Job Safety Analysis, PPE Assessments, lockout procedures.
• Address safety noncompliance and coordinate with plant remediation.
• Assist in ISO 45001 & 14001 certifications audits.
• Enforce environmental and safety policies per company guidelines.
• Assist Hazwoper team with training and emergencies.
• Perform basic life support, first aid, and rescue functions.
• Assist EHS audits and inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Presentation and training experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS-related 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

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 4501 & 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.