JOB TITLE
Chief Safety Officer
WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Coordinate Safety TFT meeting (every Friday) coordinate meeting with KPMG
• Facilitate committee meetings, encourage participation from all relevant parties, and guide discussions on safety issues, initiatives, and recommendations.
• Presentation on safety issues to all leaderships (HMGMA, NA Safety Office, Global COO)
• Presentation to the leadership group on EA weekly call
• Coordinate to solve site EHS issues from affiliates construction sites related to HMGMA
• Safety Compliance on construction site
• Monitoring each onsite organization complies with applicable safety regulations
• Address safety violations with contractors
• Provide high-level reporting of safety status to HMGMA and HMNA leadership.
• Contractor Safety Management during production equipment installations
• Developing and implementing processes to ensure contractors comply with safety requirements
• Evaluating contractor safety programs, provide safety orientation and training and monitor contractor activities to minimize risks associated with their work.
• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures
• Establishing safety goals and objectives, developing safety metrics to measure performance and monitoring progress towards achieving those goals.
• Safety lagging and leading indicator (Near Miss, First Aid and OSHA Recordable/Safety audits, etc.)
• Communication of common issues and guidance regarding countermeasure
• Incident Analysis and Prevention
• Leading through investigations to determine the root causes and contributing factors.
• Analyzing incident reports, interview witnesses, and examine relevant documentation and data to identify the underlying causes.
• Safety Inspections and Audits
• Conduct regular inspections and audits and ensuring that corrective actions are taken to address any identified safety concerns.
• Safety Performance Monitoring
• Establish safety metrics and systems to track and analyze safety-related data
• Operate Safety and Environment Committee with all affiliates
• Regular safety and environmental committee meeting to monitor legal compliance
• EHS legal compliance audit and monitor
• Monitoring each onsite organization complies with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass-production plant and is an innovative plant with cutting-edge production technology applied.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
Minimum:
• Bachelor's degree in Safety Science or related field
• 15+ years of job-related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, ANSI and EPA regulations and reporting requirements.
• Experience to establish and operate procedures based on ISO14001
• Proficient in MS Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, problem solving and human relations skills
• Strong organizational and systems implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership coaching skills; investigation skills.
Preferred:
• Experience of EHS management for new plant start-up PJT
• Job related experience in Automotive Industry
• Experience with establishing or using environment IT system
Competency Based:
• Working With a Team
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Strategic thinking and mindset
• Willingness for transformational changes
• Flexibility
Travel Requirement
• Domestic / International travel required.
WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU
• HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
• HMGMA benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.
OTHER DETAILS
Attendance:
Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.
Language Proficiency:
Strong command of the English language (written and spoken) is essential for safety, communication, documentation, and collaboration across the organization.
Physical Demands
While in Office:
This position is primarily sedentary and requires working at a desk and computer for extended periods. Responsibilities may include:
• Occasional lifting of office supplies (up to 15 pounds)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk within the office environment as needed
When in Production Area (if applicable):
• Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended durations
• Repeated lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials and products (up to 25-30 pounds)
• Manual dexterity for handling power tools, machinery, or production equipment
• Working in environments that may be noisy, hot, or require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs and operate equipment safely and effectively
• Capability to learn and work on multiple production processes, as required
• Adequate visual and auditory abilities to identify safety hazards and communicate clearly
• Consistent and punctual attendance
• Ability to collaborate and perform effectively in a team-oriented environment
