Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist
Location: Rincon, Georgia – Manufacturing Facility
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Safety Manager / HR Director
Company Overview
Sewon America Inc. is a distinguished leader in the global automotive manufacturing industry, widely recognized for world-class manufacturing technology, advanced quality systems, and a deep commitment to operational excellence. Sewon fosters innovation, development, and continuous improvement across all operations. With a strong foundation in Korea and an expanding footprint in the United States, Sewon continues to set industry standards for performance, safety, and collaboration.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Safety / EHS Specialist to support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives at our Rincon, GA manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will assist in ensuring regulatory compliance, driving safety culture, supporting training programs, conducting inspections, and assisting with incident reporting across a multi-shift manufacturing environment.
This role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe and compliant workplace for all employees while supporting operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety and EHS programs
- Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state/local safety and environmental regulations
- Conduct routine safety inspections, hazard assessments, and job safety analyses (JSAs)
- Assist in incident investigations, prepare accurate documentation, and identify corrective actions
- Maintain OSHA recordkeeping requirements, including OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs
- Coordinate and deliver safety training and awareness programs in accordance with regulatory and company requirements
- Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident readiness activities
- Promote proper use and maintenance of PPE and safety equipment
- Collect and analyze safety data, assist with reporting, and help identify trends or areas for improvement
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to address safety concerns and promote proactive risk mitigation
Qualifications
Bachelors degree is required (Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred).
- 3-5 years of demonstrated safety or EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA,ISO400, ISO45001 and DOT regulations and compliance standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interact effectively with employees at all levels
- Solid computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Safety certifications (e.g., ASP, CSP, CIH, CHST) are preferred but not required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in both office and industrial manufacturing environments
- Frequent walking, observation, and inspection in production areas
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Exposure to industrial noise, equipment, and production activity