Site EHS Leader - GE Appliances, a Haier company : Job Details

Join our team at a leading manufacturing site in LaFayette, GA, spanning 1.4 million square feet and supporting 2,600 employees dedicated to excellence and innovation. We are committed to maintaining a safe and environmentally responsible workplace and are seeking an experienced and dynamic Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Director to lead our EHS initiatives. This senior role is crucial in ensuring the highest standards of environmental compliance and safety across all operations.

• Provide strategic EHS leadership and operational support to the entire manufacturing site.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with all environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Develop, implement, and manage EHS policies, programs, and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor a team of EHS professionals to foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS practices into daily operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and manage all reporting requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance EHS performance and sustainability efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a cross-functional team across multiple levels of an organization and influence/drive change.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and their application in manufacturing, budgeting and resource planning, change management processes, and contractor management.
• Proven ability to lead a team to execute multiple concurrent programs.
• Experience using data analytics to drive strategy and priorities.
• Experience responding to emergencies such as fires, spills, and injuries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and presentation skills with the ability to interact with all levels of business and external stakeholders.
• Proven record of problem-solving and achieving sustainable performance results.
• Ability to mentor and coach other EHS professionals.