EHS Specialist

GE Aerospace • Norwich, CT

1d • $66,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world. As an EHS Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the implementation of occupational safety, health, and environmental programs that ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements. You will assist with incident investigations, risk analysis, corrective and preventative actions, and partner with leaders and frontline employees to promote a positive safety culture and reinforce safe work practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing and/or EHS).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple assignments across independent operating units
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Relevant safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 501, ASP) and knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (preferred)
• Strong soft skills, including humility, transparency, focus, collaborative leadership, and an analytical, continuous-improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Directs the implementation of occupational safety, health, and environmental programs with a high level of expertise. Standards include Confined Space, Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, NFPA 70E/electrical safety, Industrial Hygiene and Machine Guarding, etc.
• Ensure safety programs are developed in compliance with company guidelines, including safety methods, procedures and policies.
• Leads investigations, develops true root cause, implements corrective actions, and tracks actions to closure for all EHS related events.
• Performs safety risk analysis and evaluates effectiveness of defenses to mitigate employee injury.
• Skilled in the development and delivery of EHS training programs to a variety of audiences (managers and trades personnel) and can manage documentation accordingly.
• Initiates preventative actions to prevent injuries from both conditions and acts/behaviors in partnership with EHS Leader.
• Works directly with site coaches, managers, and frontline employees to develop strong working relationships.
• Encourages and promotes a positive safety culture through engagement, feedback and preventative measures.
• Effectively manage time to ensure timely delivery of tasks, projects and annual business goals.
• Utilizes proper PPE, safety equipment, and follows all safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time -off for vacation or illness.
• GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or prog rams (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program.
• This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

What This Job Offers

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