Sr. EHS Specialist
Lead environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives in a manufacturing plant, ensuring regulatory adherence and driving continuous improvement in waste, emissions, and energy performance.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- USA, LaFayette, GA
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Occupational safety
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- BS or BA Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Occupational Safety & Health, or related discipline/experience.
- Legal authorization to work in the country/region where the business is hiring is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
Nice to have
- 3-5 years of EHS experience leading and implementing environmental compliance, and risk management programs with proven sustainable results.
- CHMM or related certification.
- Experience with industrial wastewater treatment plants and or wastewater operator certification.
- Knowledge of NPDES permitting.
- ISO 14001
- Advanced computer skills, including substantial data analysis skills.
- Six Sigma Green belt certified.
Full description
At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.
The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey?
Join a dynamic manufacturing environment where environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement go hand in hand. In this leadership role, you will drive environmental compliance strategy, strengthen management systems, and champion sustainability initiatives that support both regulatory excellence and business performance.
You will serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, operations, and engineering teams—building strong partnerships internally and externally while fostering a proactive, solutions-focused culture.
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Position
Sr. EHS Specialist
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Location
USA, LaFayette, GA
How You'll Create Possibilities
Environmental Compliance & Risk Management
- Lead environmental compliance operations aligned with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Develop and implement practical, sustainable standards and processes integrated into daily manufacturing operations.
- Oversee air emissions, wastewater and stormwater management, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, recycling programs, and chemical management.
- Prepare and submit environmental permits, modifications, and required regulatory reports.
- Maintain accurate environmental records within the company’s EHS management system.
- Conduct inspections (SPCC, SWPPP, hazardous waste storage) and collect regulated stormwater, wastewater, and waste samples.
- Provide environmental oversight for demolition, facility modifications, and new product introductions.
- Lead sustainability initiatives focused on landfill reduction, energy performance, and long-term environmental impact.
- Perform internal environmental audits and proactively identify improvement opportunities.
- Utilize data analytics to evaluate environmental performance, identify trends, and mitigate risks.