Lead EHS Specialist

GE Aerospace • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Lead EHS Specialist provides direction and assistance to work groups to meet assigned objectives, applying technical expertise and judgment to Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) issues of moderate complexity. The role impacts departmental operations and is responsible for planning and executing activities within standard functional practices and procedures, with some autonomy and guidance as needed.

The specialist serves as the site’s technical EHS expert and leads the site wastewater and hazardous waste programs. The role supports regulatory compliance, program implementation, recordkeeping, education, and issue resolution, while coordinating with site management, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other teams. The position is generally an individual contributor, though it may provide informal guidance to new team members.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Employment is contingent on proving U.S. Person status as a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or person granted asylee or refugee status. Applicants 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 from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience with Environmental, Health & Safety, or Industrial Hygiene systems.
• At least 3 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety, or Industrial Hygiene / Manufacturing.
• Ability to prove U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Currently holds or will obtain within the desired timeline an Indiana Wastewater Operator’s License/Certification, at least an Indiana Class B License.
• RCRA waste management experience with both large and small quantity generators.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company and with organizations outside GE, including regulatory agencies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office products.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Previous experience developing and facilitating workforce training.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the site’s technical expert on EHS issues, providing input to the Site EHS Focal Point and/or site management.
• Lead the site’s wastewater and hazardous waste programs.
• Initiate and influence integration of related policies and practices into the business.
• Assist with implementing programs and procedures to ensure compliance in specific disciplines.
• Develop and maintain general knowledge of existing and proposed EHS regulations.
• Assist consultants and contractors with related issues.
• Administer compliance tracking programs and recordkeeping systems.
• Assist in conducting education programs related to specific disciplines.
• Assist in resolving issues.
• Provide expertise in a specific area, such as industrial hygiene, injury and illness, ergonomics, electrical safety, or process safety management, and/or provide general health and safety advice and support for multiple sites or a region.
• Use technical expertise and prior experience to execute policy and strategy, solve problems, and contribute to work across teams.
• Provide informal guidance to new team members.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off for vacation or illness
• Relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior