Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Industrial Hygiene Specialist? 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 Industrial Hygiene Specialist I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tMgKm_71qs (by clicking this link you are being referred to an external site that is not part of Panasonic) Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin Summary: Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we're building the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you'll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Job Summary: The Industrial Hygiene Specialist I supports the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards within PECNA's manufacturing operations. This role focuses on assisting with industrial hygiene programs, conducting exposure monitoring under guidance, and helping implement hazard controls to protect employee health and support regulatory compliance. Working under general direction, the Specialist contributes to site safety objectives through data collection, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives. The position operates without supervisory responsibility and serves as a developing technical resource within a high-hazard manufacturing environment. Essential Duties: Functional Operations: Assist with industrial hygiene monitoring, sampling, and assessments for chemical, physical, biological, and other occupational health hazards Support exposure assessments and help evaluate results in accordance with OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, and applicable regulatory and corporate standards Support the implementation and maintenance of industrial hygiene programs, procedures, and standard work aligned with ISO 45001 requirements Participate in workplace evaluations of processes, materials, and equipment to support recommendations for engineering, administrative, or PPE controls Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Assist in the collection and organization of industrial hygiene data to identify trends and potential risks Support continuous improvement initiatives related to exposure reduction, risk mitigation, and operational safety performance Participate in the development and execution of exposure monitoring activities and control measures Apply basic problem-solving techniques to support investigation and resolution of identified health hazards Training & Team Support: Support industrial hygiene and occupational health training initiatives through preparation of materials and coordination Assist site teams in understanding IH requirements, monitoring activities, and control measures Provide general support to safety professionals, engineers, and operations personnel on industrial hygiene topics Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, and EHS teams to support integration of industrial hygiene practices into daily operations Coordinate with site Medical personnel on inclusion and management of employees into the site medical surveillance program Communicate monitoring activities, results, and general recommendations to employees and team members Assist in coordination with consultants, laboratories, and vendors supporting industrial hygiene assessments or controls Quality, Safety, & Compliance: Support compliance with local, state, and federal occupational health regulations and applicable standards Participate in internal audits, inspections, and assessments related to industrial hygiene and health compliance Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports related to exposure monitoring and assessments Support incident investigations related to occupational health exposures or IH-related findings 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 may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, 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, Certifications, and Licenses: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field Relevant work experience may be substituted for required education Preferred: Master's Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field Industrial Hygiene-related professional certifications or active pursuit of certifications (e.g., CIH, CSP) Completion of advanced training in exposure assessment, ventilation, chemical hazard evaluation, or occupational health monitoring Essential Qualifications: Foundational knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, exposure assessment methods, and hazard control strategies, with relevant experience gained through academic, internship, or work environments Familiarity with OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, ANSI, or NFPA standards applicable to occupational health and safety Basic experience or academic exposure to conducting exposure monitoring and interpreting results Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to learn and apply technical concepts Effective written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Ability to respond to site emergencies as needed Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude) Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of industrial hygiene or occupational health experience Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, industrial, or laboratory environments Exposure to high-volume manufacturing or related industries such as electronics, automotive, chemical, or energy storage Familiarity with ISO 45001-aligned safety or health management systems Experience with EHS or IH data management systems (e.g., Cority, Enablon, VelocityEHS) Exposure to exposure monitoring programs, ventilation basics, or chemical safety practices Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements: To ensure health and safety in the workplace and for employee protection, wearing PPE is required 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. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area. Physical Demands: Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to: Sit: 20% Walk: 40% Stand: 40% Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (