Sr. Industrial Hygienist

Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Sr. Industrial Hygiene Specialist? Then we're looking for you! 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. Job 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 and enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. The Senior Industrial Hygiene Specialist provides advanced technical expertise to support the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards within PECNA's manufacturing operations. This role focuses on executing and sustaining industrial hygiene programs, conducting exposure assessments, and implementing effective hazard controls to protect employee health and ensure regulatory compliance. The position operates without supervisory responsibility and serves as a key technical resource within a high‑hazard manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring, sampling, and assessments for chemical, physical, biological, and other occupational health hazards. Perform exposure assessments and evaluate results in accordance with OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, and applicable regulatory and corporate standards. Support implementation and maintenance of industrial hygiene programs, procedures, and standard work aligned with ISO 45001 requirements. Evaluate workplace processes, materials, and equipment to recommend engineering, administrative, or PPE controls. Analyze industrial hygiene data to identify trends, emerging risks, and improvement opportunities. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to exposure reduction, risk mitigation, and operational safety performance. Assist with the development, validation, and refinement of exposure monitoring strategies and control measures. Apply structured problem‑solving techniques to address identified health hazards and drive sustainable corrective actions. Provide technical input and support for industrial hygiene and occupational health training initiatives. Clarify IH requirements, monitor results, and control expectations for site teams. Serve as a technical resource to safety professionals, engineers, and operations personnel on industrial hygiene topics. Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, and EHS teams to integrate industrial hygiene principles into daily operations. Communicate monitoring results, exposure risks, and recommendations clearly to employees, leadership, and stakeholders. Coordinate with consultants, laboratories, and vendors for industrial hygiene assessments or controls. 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, assessments, and regulatory requirements. Support incident investigations and root‑cause analyses related to occupational health exposures or IH‑related findings. Physical Demands Percentage of time during the normal workday: Sit: 30% Walk: 30% Stand: 40% Required lifting and carrying: Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional Team‑lift over 35 lbs.: Rare Requirements Education, Certifications, and Licenses Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field (or relevant work experience may be substituted). Master's Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related technical field (preferred). Industrial Hygiene–related professional certifications or active pursuit of certifications (e.g., CIH, CSP) (preferred). Completion of advanced training in exposure assessment, ventilation, chemical hazard evaluation, or occupational health monitoring (preferred). Essential Qualifications 4+ years of industrial hygiene, occupational health, or related experience in manufacturing, industrial, or high‑hazard environments. Strong working knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, exposure assessment methods, and hazard control strategies. Familiarity with OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, ANSI, and NFPA standards applicable to occupational health and safety. Experience conducting exposure monitoring, interpreting results, and recommending appropriate controls. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex data and technical information. Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to respond to site emergencies as needed. Working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Alignment to Panasonic's seven core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude). Preferred Qualifications 6+ years of industrial hygiene or occupational health experience. Experience in high‑volume battery manufacturing or related industrial environments such as electronics, automotive, chemical, or energy storage manufacturing. Experience supporting ISO 45001‑aligned safety or health management systems. Proficiency with EHS or IH data management systems (e.g., Cority, Enablon, VelocityEHS). Experience supporting exposure monitoring programs, ventilation assessments, or chemical risk management initiatives. Benefits & Perks Health benefits – medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. Voluntary benefits – life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting. Paid time‑off benefits – vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave. Educational assistance – tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service. Health management and wellbeing programs – lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Employee recognition program – High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition. Annual bonus program – opportunity for an annual performance‑based bonus. On‑site food options – on‑site cafes, snack and beverage kitchens, vendor visits and employee events. Supplemental Information Pre‑employment drug testing is required. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction. #J-18808-Ljbffr Environmental Consulting Group