EHS Specialist

GE Appliances – EHS Specialist (Louisville, KY)

The EHS Specialist is a 100% on‑site individual contributor who reports to a senior EHS Leader and is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of GE Appliances’ EHS Management System within the organization and at the site.

• Provide functional EHS leadership and technical expertise to the site Operations team to support business needs based on compliance requirements, risk profile, change management and performance objectives.
• Utilize engineering controls to eliminate hazards that cause or could cause injuries and incidents.
• Assist the operational team in the annual self‑assessment of GEA EHS Management System elements.
• Deliver simple, strong, and sustainable compliance and risk‑management solutions that are integrated into daily site operations and lean enterprise strategy.
• Support development and implementation of the site‑specific injury reduction and EHS risk‑management plan, including specific actions, owners, and due dates.
• Work with the EHS Leader to integrate actions required to achieve sustainable injury‑reduction results into the site’s operational excellence goals and metrics.
• Support the execution of the annual site EHS training plan and ensure timely delivery of training, including new regulations and standards.
• Support site environmental compliance (air emissions, water discharge, waste disposal & recycling) and contribute to annual environmental reporting obligations.
• Work with stakeholders (project leaders) to complete contractor safe work plans, lock‑out‑tag‑out assessments, and new equipment reviews, which may require travel to the equipment manufacturer.
• Respond to employee requests for EHS assistance and evaluation, and follow through to implement immediate and longer‑term corrective actions.
• Participate in site incident investigations (injuries, fires, spills) to identify causal factors, implement prevention steps, and share lessons learned in a timely manner.
• Learn and apply Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles.
• Use data analytics to analyze trends and identify site opportunities that may not be readily visible using only anecdotal feedback.
• Learn how to use the business EHS management system (Gensuite).
• Drive a collaborative, problem‑solving culture that supports open reporting and sustainable business results.
• Provide excellent customer service and be a technical resource for the operations team to ensure regulatory and company compliance.
• Respond to questions and/or concerns with timely, accurate responses.
• Work with the site operations team to drive a culture of problem resolution and execute initiatives in the site’s annual EHS operating plan.
• Implement EHS management systems, processes, and procedures to achieve sustainable compliance and business performance results.
• Integrate EHS management tools into lean enterprise operating processes.
• Drive solutions that address both short‑term operational risks and long‑term environmental liability management.
• Drive standardization across the operation for the management of change and high‑risk processes, including overhead cranes, lock‑out‑tag‑out, and ergonomics.

• Minimum 2 years of EHS experience implementing environmental, safety, or ergonomics compliance programs.
• BS or BA degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline/experience.
• Master’s degree in an EHS discipline is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT HMT, EPA regulations.
• Experience working with a union workforce.
• Knowledge and application of LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Audit experience or qualifications.
• Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, and/or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager.

• Normal manufacturing environment; may involve lifting materials and product up to 30 pounds.
• Must use safety equipment, including eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats.
• Frequent walking in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Travel may be required: 10%–20%.
• Work may involve off‑shift and weekend hours.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e‑mail to as