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Joining the Metallus team means becoming part of a legacy that dates back over a century. We are an industry leader, manufacturing the cleanest steel in the world for companies in the industrial, aerospace and defense, automotive, and energy markets. Relocation will not be offered for this position. Purpose: This position is responsible for leading, managing, and directing all fire protection and fire prevention activities at an industrial facility. This role ensures the protection of personnel, property, and operations through effective fire suppression systems, rescue, hazardous materials response, and fire prevention programs. This individual develops and maintains the site's fire emergency response capability in compliance with applicable laws, industry standards, and company policies. This position may be required to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities: Lead and supervise a team of emergency responders, including training and performance management. Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), post orders, and incident command structures for all fire and emergency situations. Establish a culture of safety, readiness, and continuous improvement. Direct emergency response, technical rescue, hazardous materials mitigation, and medical emergency response operations. Oversee maintenance, testing, and inspection of all fire protection systems. Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA, and local/state fire codes and regulations. Develop and implement site-specific fire pre-plans, response strategies, and mutual aid agreements. Participate in regular fire drills, tabletop exercises, and full-scale emergency response exercises. Develop and deliver training programs for the fire aid providers and other plant personnel, including first aid, fire extinguisher use, evacuation procedures, and incident reporting. Work with insurance under writers to mitigate risk, implement recommendation(s) and lower the company's exposure to loss. Maintain required certifications for personnel and equipment. Perform fire risk assessments and inspections of plant facilities, operations, and processes. Identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and work collaboratively with operations and maintenance to implement controls. Lead fire investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action tracking for fire incidents or near misses. Develop and manage the fire department's capital budgets. Maintain accurate records, logs, inspection reports, and training documentation. Prepare and present reports and recommendations to senior management. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 12 years of experience in a fire services or manufacturing leadership role. Emergency Medical Technician - Basic certification NFPA Fire Officer II certificaition Preferred Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Emergency Management, or related with at least 9 years of experience in a fire services or manufacturing leadership role. Emergency Medical Technician - Basic certification NFPA Fire Officer II certificaition The company prohibits harassment or discrimination against any employee on the basis of any status protected by law, including, but not limited to, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, sex or veteran status.

WILL OVERSEE EMS OPERATIONS. This is advanced fire administration work planning, organizing and directing the activities of the Division of Fire. Work involves overseeing suppression, prevention, and EMS activities, performing community relations work, developing and implementing division operating budget, ensuring compliance with local, state and federal suppression, hazardous materials and related laws, rules and regulations.NATURE OF WORK: Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, this position supervises the firefighters, paramedics, and officers within the Fire Division, assists the Fire Chief with directing the activities of the department, and oversees the training of all officers, firefighters, and paramedics. * Plan, organize, prioritize, and direct the activities of the fire division to ensure operational effectiveness; assist in researching, developing, writing, and presenting the annual division budget; write or assist in writing specifications for new apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and supplies; purchase new supplies, equipment and uniforms; make recommendations to the Fire Chief; control spending within the approved budget. * Manage and supervise all assigned employees (e.g., schedule and assign tasks; interview job applicants; recommend the hiring of job applicants; recommend discipline; evaluate performance; receive and adjust grievances or employee complaints; approve and recommend the approval of leave requests; attend or participate in meetings in which policy questions are reviewed or discussed; recommend policy changes; participates in personnel or labor relations activities; has access to other employees' personnel files; serve as a member of management's collective bargaining negotiating team; prepare or type documents to be used solely in collective bargaining; has access to financial data used in monitoring department review / income, etc.). * Plan and train staff for emergency situations; oversee training of staff; respond to emergencies and direct emergency response; make critical decisions regarding life and death in hazardous situations; pre-plan disasters; participate in problem-solving within the fire division. * Maintain records and prepare reports on various subjects; stay updated with changes in state and federal laws related to the division; work with other Central Ohio Fire/EMS agencies to enhance services; assist in developing the emergency mutual aid program and Emergency Management * Establish and maintain good working relationships with community groups, agencies, and the media; make presentations regarding emergency services; handle citizen complaints; help plan and direct fundraising as required; participate on various city and community committees and task forces. * Act as Fire Chief as needed * Perform other related duties as assigned. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive: Personal computer, printers, copier, telephone, and other standard business office equipment, motor vehicles, portable radios, and computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, ADP, EOS - Fire / EMS Reporting System, Vendovation, Operative IQ, Entrapass, Fire Rescue 1, Lexipol, Adobe, Zoom, CAD, etc.). * Possession of a bachelor's degree in fire administration or related field; and * Over five (5) years of progressively responsible experience as a fire officer including supervisory experience; * Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio vehicle operator's license and remain insurable under the City's vehicle insurance policy. * Must possess an Ohio Paramedic certification, Ohio Firefighter II fire training certificate, and Ohio Certified Fire Safety Inspector. Completion of ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800. Ohio Fire Executive or Executive Fire Officer is preferred. * Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (*Indicates developed after employment) KNOWLEDGE OF: fire suppression and emergency medical methods, fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance, safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of fire equipment and to fire suppression and emergency medical activities, fire codes and regulations, supervisory principles and practices, agency goals and objectives*, agency policies and procedures.* SKILL IN: typing and data entry, computer operation, motor vehicles, use of modern office equipment and software, critical thinking, judgment and decision making. ABILITY TO: establish and maintain effective fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency management, and emergency response programs, deal with many variables and determine specific action, recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action, exercise independent judgement and discretion, add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, determine material and equipment needs, compile and prepare reports, prepare accurate documentation, communicate effectively, train or instruct others, understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications, resolve complaints, develop and maintain effective working relationships, perform light manual labor, travel to and gain access to work site, demonstrate professionalism, apply management principles to solve agency problems.* PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms (e.g., manlifts, fire trucks); is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and /or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85db; is exposed to possible injury from radiation; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, or air conditions; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous waste; is exposed to possible injury from unclean or unsanitary conditions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of electrical shock; is exposed to possible injury from explosions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to potentially vicious animals; has exposure to life threatening situations; has exposure to fire; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has exposure to extreme non-weather related heat or cold; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; has exposure to shaking objects or surfaces; has exposure to second-hand smoke; works second shift / third shift; has exposure to chemicals found in an office environment (toner, correction fluid, etc.). Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work. POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: Firefighter, Firefighter / Paramedic, Lieutenant, and Platoon Battalion Chief.

The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture, located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is bringing the power! A transformation is happening within the auto industry, and we are leading the way. We develop and manufacture large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs of the highest quality for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Established in 2023, The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth. We are making a positive impact and we want you to be a part of it! ***************** Summary: Under the general direction of the Battalion Chief (Fire/EMS Specialist II), the Fire Captain supervises firefighting companies in the suppression of fires, emergency medical services, fire prevention, HazMat operations and public/associate education activities. Oversees the maintenance of fire station, equipment, apparatus, and related work as required; coordinates the scheduling of equipment, training, and work activity; coordinates line functions within administrative policy and does related work as required. The Fire Captain works a 12 Hr. fixed pitman schedule that includes weekends and holidays. However, Fire Captains may be assigned to a 40-hour workweek on a temporary basis. Responsibilities: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Provide an environment through leadership and example where customer service is the highest priority company activity. Supervise employees and coordinate personnel-related activities to include, but not limited to training, recommending/approving personnel actions, coaching, establishing performance goals. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives. Implement and positively reinforce policies and procedures. Respond to medical emergencies, fire incidents and other related emergency requests. While wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), may be required to perform firefighting tasks (e.g. hose line operations, climbing, crawling, lifting and carrying heavy objects, ventilating roofs or walls, forcible entry, etc.) rescue operations, and other emergency response actions. Direct and coordinate emergency scene activity to include the laying of hose lines, the placement of ladders, directing the pressure and use of water streams, ventilation procedures, salvage operations and overhaul activities unless and until relieved of command by a supervisor. Communicate (give and comprehend verbal orders) while wearing personal protective equipment and SCBA under conditions of high background noise, poor visibility, and drenching from hose lines and/or fixed protection systems (sprinklers). Supervise and render first aid at an emergency medical incident. Write reports of all fires and related emergency activities and reports concerning the use and condition of apparatus, related equipment and supplies. Identify training needs, supervise and instruct classes and drills in firefighting and emergency medical service techniques, including such areas as driving and operating equipment, the use of tools and techniques of firefighting, first aid, rescuing, and hydraulics to ensure minimum company standards are maintained. Participate in budget preparation; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations. Submit justifications for needed equipment; monitor and control expenditures. Conduct fire prevention inspections and educate the management and associates in fire prevention. Work with other management staff in maintaining and improving the operation of the site. Operate emergency response vehicles. Other duties as assigned Act as Fire Battalion Chief as assigned. Education/Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience Firefighter I Certification Required Emergency Medical Technician Certification Required Hazardous Material Technician Certification Required Firefighter II Certification Preferred Advance EMT/Paramedic Certification Preferred Fire Safety Inspector Preferred - Will provide training Other Certification: Confined Space, Rope Rescue Technician, Industrial Fire/EMS Experience Work Environment/Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some work is performed in an office environment; but responds to emergencies and is subject to potential personal danger. Engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity and under emotional stress during emergency situations. Participate in physical fitness programs and comply with L-H Battery Co. fit-for-duty policy requirements. Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, strength and stamina under emergency situations. At times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 90 pounds). Perform duties requiring frequent pulling of 50 pounds or more, such as removing hose from apparatus, pulling ceilings, starting power equipment and opening doors on the apparatus. At times, perform rescue duties requiring searching, finding and rescue-dragging or carrying victims that can weigh over 200 pounds to safety. Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time to perform emergency medical services or perform duties on the fire ground. Lift arms above shoulder level to cut vent holes with an ax or to force entry into automobiles using specialized tools. Operate all types of portable fire extinguishers, power tools, hand tools and related equipment, such as smoke ejectors, forcible entry tools, pike poles and axes. Operate a variety of medical equipment, including suction units, pulse oximeters, laryngoscopes, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, oxygen administration equipment and glucose monitors. Exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, explosives, firearms, water hazards, violence, disease, and pathogenic substances. Operates radios, audio-visual equipment, printer, mechanical tools, hand tools, thermal imaging camera, forcible entry tools, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions. Operate a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement. Use appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) which requires the ability to tolerate increased respiratory workloads while performing tasks in environments that may be immediately dangerous to life. This includes working in extremely hot or cold environments and withstanding exposure to toxic fumes and other hazards for prolonged time periods. Additional Requirements: May be required to travel to other joint venture sites for training as needed. (Domestic Only) Are you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture! What differentiates The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture and makes us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: • Competitive base salary • Paid time off, including vacation & paid holidays • Ability to earn compensatory time off • Industry leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) • Shift premium (when assigned) • 401K plan with company match • Relocation assistance (if eligible) Career Growth: • Advancement opportunities • Education reimbursement for continued learning • Training and development programs Additional Offerings: • On-Site cafeteria • On-Site recreational area • On-Site wellness area • Clean, climate-controlled environment LGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

WILL OVERSEE THE FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU. This is advanced fire administration work planning, organizing and directing the activities of the Division of Fire. Work involves overseeing suppression, prevention, and EMS activities, performing community relations work, developing and implementing division operating budget, ensuring compliance with local, state and federal suppression, hazardous materials and related laws, rules and regulations.NATURE OF WORK Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, this position supervises the firefighters, paramedics, and officers within the Fire Division, assists the Fire Chief with directing the activities of the department, and oversees the training of all officers, firefighters, and paramedics. * Plan, organize, prioritize, and direct the activities of the fire division to ensure operational effectiveness; assist in researching, developing, writing, and presenting the annual division budget; write or assist in writing specifications for new apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and supplies; purchase new supplies, equipment and uniforms; make recommendations to the Fire Chief; control spending within the approved budget. * Manage and supervise all assigned employees (e.g., schedule and assign tasks; interview job applicants; recommend the hiring of job applicants; recommend discipline; evaluate performance; receive and adjust grievances or employee complaints; approve and recommend the approval of leave requests; attend or participate in meetings in which policy questions are reviewed or discussed; recommend policy changes; participates in personnel or labor relations activities; has access to other employees' personnel files; serve as a member of management's collective bargaining negotiating team; prepare or type documents to be used solely in collective bargaining; has access to financial data used in monitoring department review / income, etc.). * Plan and train staff for emergency situations; oversee training of staff; respond to emergencies and direct emergency response; make critical decisions regarding life and death in hazardous situations; pre-plan disasters; participate in problem-solving within the fire division. * Maintain records and prepare reports on various subjects; stay updated with changes in state and federal laws related to the division; work with other Central Ohio Fire/EMS agencies to enhance services; assist in developing the emergency mutual aid program and Emergency Management. * Establish and maintain good working relationships with community groups, agencies, and the media; make presentations regarding emergency services; handle citizen complaints; help plan and direct fundraising as required; participate on various city and community committees and task forces. * Act as Fire Chief as needed. * Perform other related duties as assigned. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive: Personal computer, printers, copier, telephone, and other standard business office equipment, motor vehicles, portable radios, and computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, ADP, EOS - Fire / EMS Reporting System, Vendovation, Operative IQ, Entrapass, Fire Rescue 1, Lexipol, Adobe, Zoom, CAD, etc.). * Possession of a bachelor's degree in fire administration or related field; and * Over five (5) years of progressively responsible experience as a fire officer including supervisory experience; * Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio vehicle operator's license and remain insurable under the City's vehicle insurance policy. Must possess an Ohio Paramedic certification, Ohio Firefighter II fire training certificate, and Ohio Certified Fire Safety Inspector. Completion of ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800. Ohio Fire Executive or Executive Fire Officer is preferred. * Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (*Indicates developed after employment) KNOWLEDGE OF: fire suppression and emergency medical methods, fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance, safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of fire equipment and to fire suppression and emergency medical activities, fire codes and regulations, supervisory principles and practices, agency goals and objectives*, agency policies and procedures.* SKILL IN: typing and data entry, computer operation, motor vehicles, use of modern office equipment and software, critical thinking, judgment and decision making. ABILITY TO: establish and maintain effective fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency management, and emergency response programs, deal with many variables and determine specific action, recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action, exercise independent judgement and discretion, add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, determine material and equipment needs, compile and prepare reports, prepare accurate documentation, communicate effectively, train or instruct others, understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications, resolve complaints, develop and maintain effective working relationships, perform light manual labor, travel to and gain access to work site, demonstrate professionalism, apply management principles to solve agency problems.* PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms (e.g., manlifts, fire trucks); is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and /or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85db; is exposed to possible injury from radiation; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, or air conditions; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous waste; is exposed to possible injury from unclean or unsanitary conditions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of electrical shock; is exposed to possible injury from explosions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to potentially vicious animals; has exposure to life threatening situations; has exposure to fire; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has exposure to extreme non-weather related heat or cold; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; has exposure to shaking objects or surfaces; has exposure to second-hand smoke; works second shift / third shift; has exposure to chemicals found in an office environment (toner, correction fluid, etc.). Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work. POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: Firefighter, Firefighter / Paramedic, Lieutenant, and Platoon Battalion Chief