Sr. Safety & Health Specialist - Manufacturing / EH&S / ISO 45001 (Korean Bilingual)

About the Role:

A leading electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer is seeking an experienced Sr. Safety & Health Specialist to oversee and improve Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) programs across plant-wide operations. This senior-level role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, leading certification processes, managing fire prevention programs, and driving continuous safety improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead ISO 45001 certification processes and Safety & Health Compliance Team.
  

• Oversee EH&S, fire prevention, disaster prevention, and emergency response programs across the entire facility.
  

• Conduct daily plant safety inspections and line walks to identify hazards, unsafe behaviors, and compliance gaps.
  

• Perform hazard identification, risk mitigation, equipment safety reviews, and mechanical/ergonomic risk assessments.
  

• Conduct incident investigations, corrective action tracking, and root cause analysis.
  

• Facilitate fire brigade training in compliance with NFPA 600 and NFPA 1081.
  

• Conduct employee EH&S training, new hire safety orientations, and contractor safety programs.
  

• Develop and update site-specific safety programs to meet regulatory compliance.
  

• Coordinate and communicate with global EH&S teams to ensure alignment on safety standards.
  

• Collaborate with fire, police, EMS, hazmat, insurance, and regulatory agencies as needed.
  

• Respond to emergencies and lead accident prevention and recurrence mitigation efforts.
  

• Lead cross-functional teams to promote a strong safety culture across the organization.
  

• Perform additional safety-related duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, or related field required.
  

• MBA or MS preferred (or equivalent, relevant experience).
  

• Minimum 7 years of EH&S experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
  

• Professional certifications strongly preferred: ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM.
  

• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, IFC standards, fire codes, and safety regulations.
  

• Experience managing ISO 45001 certification processes.
  

• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional team management experience.
  

• Willingness to cross-train in other EH&S functional areas.
  

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
  

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  

• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, chemical safety, and electrical systems.
  

• Experience conducting technical data analysis, safety audits, and compliance reporting.
  

• Bilingual Korean-English required
  

• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive, self-motivated, and collaborative approach.
  

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 annually (based on experience)
  

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
  

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  

• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave
  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  

• Student Loan Assistance
  

• Child Care Assistance
  

• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Why Join Us?

• Work in a fast-growing electric vehicle manufacturing industry.
  

• Be part of an advanced, high-tech production facility.
  

• Lead safety programs that impact the future of clean energy.
  

• Excellent career growth opportunities and professional development.
  

Apply Today to Take the Next Step in Your Safety Career!