Manager, EH&S Generalist

Location: US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None / Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Join our Environment, Health & Safety team in Wilson, NC as an EH&S Manager supporting a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading site EH&S programs, driving regulatory compliance, partnering with operations leadership, and fostering a proactive safety culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of site Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) programs and management systems.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership by providing strategic and technical EH&S guidance that supports business objectives and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company EH&S requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Manage OSHA recordkeeping, occupational medical programs, and regulatory reporting activities.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and employee engagement across all levels of the organization.
• Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, quality, and program teams to develop EH&S‑compliant solutions that support customer requirements and production schedules.
• Lead incident management processes, including investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and verification of effectiveness.
• Oversee risk assessments, industrial hygiene evaluations, inspections, audits, and program reviews to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Ensure effective contractor safety management and compliance with site EH&S expectations.
• Analyze EH&S performance metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and drive corrective actions.
• Support and lead internal audits, assurance reviews, VPP assessments, and external regulatory interactions as needed.
• Oversee EH&S training programs, ensuring compliance and development of workforce safety awareness.
• Maintain and improve EH&S documentation, procedures, and EH&S software systems.
• Lead or support cross‑functional initiatives focused on operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment while working independently with minimal supervision.

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, EH&S management systems, and manufacturing safety practices.
• Experience leading EH&S programs within a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, pharmaceutical, chemical, or other high‑hazard environment.

• Experience managing Industrial Hygiene programs.
• Experience managing Occupational Medical programs.
• Experience managing OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Experience working with explosives, energetics, or other highly hazardous materials and processes.
• Professional certifications preferred:
• ASP
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships across all levels…