EHS Lead Specialist

GE Aerospace•Vandalia, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) professional to serve as a key support to the EHS Leader and as an integral member of the team. The role helps ensure high standards of EHS practices and is suited to a proactive self-starter who will be highly visible on the shop floor. The EHS Lead Specialist assists with creating and updating policies, provides EHS support to the team, and steps into leadership responsibilities as needed. The position is based on-site at the facility in Vandalia, Ohio, and requires U.S. citizenship status. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable; employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, health and safety, or a closely related field from an accredited university or college; higher-level relevant degrees may substitute for experience.
Deep understanding of and experience ensuring NFPA 70E compliance.
In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local HSE regulations.
Knowledge of occupational health and safety standards and EPA, OSHA, and NFPA regulations.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated ability to conduct job hazard analyses, site audits, and incident root cause analyses.
Demonstrated experience managing environmental inspections and permitting.
Fluency with data capture, data analytics, spreadsheets, and presentations.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
U.S. citizenship status is required.
Ability and willingness to work on-site at the facility in Vandalia, Ohio.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation.
Humble, respectful, receptive, agile, and eager to learn.
Transparent communication, including sharing critical information, speaking with candor, and contributing constructively.
Ability to learn quickly, strategically prioritize work, and remain committed.
Leadership ability, including strong communication, decision-making, and collaboration.
Analytical problem-solving skills, a willingness to challenge existing processes, and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

Anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and help control workplace health and safety hazards.
Assist with injury, illness, and near-miss tracking, case management, and root cause analysis.
Assist in creating, implementing, and monitoring company EHS policies, programs, and procedures.
Support compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and EPA requirements.
Conduct regular safety inspections and help identify potential workplace hazards.
Maintain safety documentation, training records, and incident logs.
Assist with delivering EHS-related training and safety briefings to employees.
Track and manage safety supplies, PPE inventory, and signage.
Help coordinate waste management activities and environmental compliance tasks.