Safety Trainer – PECNA

Industry: General

Company: Panasonic

Overview

The Safety Trainer is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of EHS training programs in support of constructing PECNA’s battery factory. The Safety Trainer works directly with project managers, supervisors, safety champions, and other support teams to design, create and implement training.
Responsibilities

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.

Position Summary: The Safety Trainer is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of EHS training programs in support of constructing PECNA’s battery factory. The Safety Trainer works directly with project managers, supervisors, safety champions, and other support teams to design, create and implement training.

Essential Duties:

• Promote a culture of safety, quality compliance, and continuous improvement throughout PECNA
• Evaluate training needs and requirements and create a project management process
• Stay abreast of process and policy changes that effect PECNA employees and customers
• Implement learning programs, facilitate training sessions for new and existing employees
• Create and deliver hands-on, instructor-led, and virtual training sessions for groups of various sizes and backgrounds, focused on EHS impact
• Solicits feedback from attendees to continually improve course offerings
• Review and audit training content; Oversee re-training and re-certification process
• Understand the working ins-and-out of Learning Management System (LMS) and demonstrated the ability to create training content and deliver to employees
• Responsible for finding exciting and creative ways to deliver training
• Meet regularly with trainers from other departments to share best practices and ensure alignment among various training teams
• Collaborate with business leaders on individual team capability and skill development needs
• Partner with cross-functional business partners across various departments including Recruiting, Talent Development, Productions, Information Systems, etc.
• Interact and support with personnel 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
• Assist in the development of safety campaigns, slogans, best practices, etc.
• Implement various Behavior Based Safety Programs to promote proactive solutions and culture change
• Prepare reports and summaries for EHS management
• Complete administrative duties to track learner enrollments, attendance, and course completion
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by EHS leaders/management

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.

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.

Qualifications: Requirements – Required and/or Preferred

Education

• Basic/Required: Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred: Education degree related to instructional design

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in EHS and/or training field
• Experience with Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and guidelines, including OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, ISO, and EPA
• Experienced with course creation tools (ex: Articulate, Adobe Captivate, Lectora, etc.)
• Skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook)
• Up to date on technological trends and willing to learn them, when applicable
• Self-starter, with general instructions. Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and create training content
• Creative, design oriented, up to date with latest technologies and learning styles
• Experience with Behavior Based Safety Programs, creating and implementing
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced and changing environment
• Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against production goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to give formal presentations to large groups and communicate successfully with all levels of employees and management
• Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure
• Comfortable communicating/troubleshooting with all levels of the organization
• Able to work flexible hours/shifts to meet the needs of the business
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Knowledge of Spanish and or Japanese would be a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• N/A

Preferred License(s):

• N/A

Preferred Certification(s):

• Board of Certified Safety Professionals Certifications such as Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STS-C), Certified Health & Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT)
• OSHA Authorized Trainer for Construction and or General Industry
• Train the Trainer Designations not limited to: Confined Space Entry/Rescue, Fall Protection/Working at Height, Lockout Tagout, Electrical Safety, General Construction OSHA Safety Training, Mobile Elevated Work Platform, etc.

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

About Us: At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.

This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!

Supplemental Information: Pre-employment drug testing is required. 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.

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.
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