**Overview** Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Occupational Health and Safety Manager? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today! **Responsibilities** **Meet Panasonic (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/life-at-panasonic)** **Meet the Recruiter:** Anh Martin **Explore Panasonic Careers (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/careers-home/jobs?page=1&sortBy=relevance&location=Kansas,%20United%20States&woe=8®ionCode=US&stretchUnit=MILES&stretch=50)** **Panasonic Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-x\_hDfMqb0)  ** Our Mission: Create Technologies That Move Us **Summary:** We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas. **Job Summary:** The OHS Manager is responsible for implementing OHS programs and initiatives in support of PECNA’s battery production. You will play a key role in the day-to-day operations in the production process, driving safety on the production floor. This individual must be able to manage and coach teams and drive company OHS Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). The Manager will work directly with production mangers, supervisors, EHS technicians, safety champions, consultants, and vendors to maintain compliance and mitigate risk by implementing best practices within PECNA’s integrated management system. **Essential Duties:** + Promote a culture of quality, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the PECNA organization. + Coach and influence OHS team members and production safety teams(s) driving a High-Performance Safety Culture. + Assess and evaluate process and day-to-day activities on the production floor and guide production safety teams in safe practices and adoption of best practices. + Identify, evaluate, and mitigate safety risks within the production area. + Technical consultant/subject matter expert for OHS programs such as LOTO, Machine Guarding, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, Laboratory Safety and Radiation Safety. + Review, participate, and coach teams in effective investigations. Ensure appropriate root cause analysis has been conducted and corrective actions have been identified and implemented. + Participate in safety committee meetings and take steps to address or mitigate issues. + Conduct and review risk assessments. Evaluate equipment design and suggest modifications and safety improvements. + Collect and analyze data using commercial or in-house platforms. Effectively communicate information to verify compliance and continuous improvement efforts. + Assist with industrial hygiene to identify and control physical, chemical, and biological hazards in the workplace. + Assist OHS with revisions to programs, policies, workplace instructions, guidance documents, and training assist with the implementation of 6S in production areas. + Working alone or with cross-discipline team members, complete projects to both improve processes in existing production lines and install/commission new production capacity. + Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports and permitting requirements as needed. + Interact and support at all organizational levels, both internal and external to the company. Work effectively and efficiently in both team-based and independent working environments to add value to the organization. + Perform any other duties assigned by OHS leader. **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:** + To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees’, wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. Respirator fit test will be required based on functional area. **_The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job._** **Requirements - Required and/or Preferred** **Education** + Basic/Required: High school diploma, GED or 2 years of prior experience in functional area + Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field or 10 years of manufacturing experience with role in regulatory compliance can be substituted. **Essential Qualifications** + 10 years of manufacturing experience along with experience in a regulatory compliance related role. Ability to draft programs, policies, permit within software packages. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Prior Supervisory Experience. **Preferred Certification(s):** + Certified Safety Professional **Physical Demands** **Physical Activities:** Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to: + Sit: 40% + Walk: 30% + Stand: 20% + Lift: 10% **Required Lifting and Carrying:** _Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)_ For this position, the required frequency is: + Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional + Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional + Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional + Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required **Qualifications** **Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:** Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health: + Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance + Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month + Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment + Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition + Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning + Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program + Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging + Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization + Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more. **Where You'll Be:** For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey. **Who We Are:** Meet Panasonic Energy (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/life-at-panasonic) ! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-x\_hDfMqb0) . This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our operations to De Soto, Kansas and build the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. We will provide you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one. As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs. Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions. We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact. In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits. **We Take Opportunity Seriously:** At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application! **Supplemental Information:** Pre-employment drug testing is required. Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. _Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction._ Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America. \#LI-AM1 - Anh Martin REQ-149584