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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in communicating Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) goals, programs, and processes for multiple manufacturing shops
• Utilize experience and expertise to solve problems, execute objectives, and positively impact business goals
• Partner with shop managers, supervisors, and safety/ergonomic team leaders to integrate EHS functions with site operations
• Develop and work with employee committees focused on Ergonomics, Safety, Security, and related areas to drive improvements
• Perform audits with respect to chemical management, housekeeping, work rule compliance, and related areas
• Maintain and implement EHS programs and procedures to ensure compliance with GE Vernova requirements and government regulations
• Ensure all state and federal regulatory reports meet deadlines, fees are paid on time, plant is following relevant compliance rules (i.e. state radiation rules), and communicate with regulators/contractors
• Administer compliance tracking programs and recordkeeping systems
• Follow up with injury reports, partner with GE Vernova Bangor clinic, and keep records of incidents
• Collect, clean, and analyze data to create relevant EHS reports
• Develop and administer EHS education programs
• Develop, maintain, and present relevant reports to track and drive EHS improvements
• Assist in the design and implementation of change management procedures to ensure that EHS issues related to production changes are pro-actively identified and addressed
• Participate in process improvement, cycle reduction, and other activities as required to support the Bangor team and site goals
• Act as site lead for EHS systems and tools (e.g. Gensuite, workflows, and ATS)
• Manage EHS and facility contracts (e.g. create PO’s and ensure bills are paid)
• Approve all chemicals and contractors for site and manage contractor files
• Field EHS questions plant-wide for both hourly and salary positions
• Purchase materials for EHS and GE Vernova Bangor clinic items needed plant-wide
• Act as liaison for security team including admin for security software issues
• Communicate effectively and work well with others
• Maintain accurate written and computer records
• Use computers as required for the position
• Understand appropriate EHS regulations including Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, The Resource Conservation & Recovery Act, and the Occupational Safety & Health Act
• Develop multimedia training tools and conduct employee training and presentations
• Effectively gain support and buy-in from employees and site leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

External:

• 2-year post-secondary degree with minimum 1 year experience in an equivalent EHS leadership role in an industrial/manufacturing environment

Other Requirements/Responsibilities

• Must be able to work flexible hours with limited work direction
• Must be able to travel between Griffin Road and Maine Avenue locations as needed
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to:
  • Develop written and electronic records and to prepare and present reports
  • Use algebra, fractions, percentages, and statistics
  • Perform data management/mining and basic computer skills in Microsoft suite
  • Effectively use written and verbal communications including presentations
  • Effectively use leadership, teamwork, and influencing skills
• Obey all safety rules including wearing personal protective equipment such as safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas.
• Comply with all practices and procedures including the GE Vernova Bangor Handbook, the Code of Mutual Respect, and the GE Vernova Spirit & Letter.
• Qualify for and utilize specialized personal protective equipment (e.g. respirator), as required for the position.
• Perform a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities by effectively utilizing cross-training and multi-skilling. This includes, but is not limited to, operating multiple machines simultaneously within the same shop/area and based on business needs.
• Foster a safety culture by engaging in and supporting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits, training sessions, related activities, and compliance with Life-Saving Rules (LSR).
• Ensure that all products consistently meet or exceed the quality standards and customer expectations. Additionally, identify and address any quality issues promptly to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.
• Deliver the products/services right the first time, every time, with focus, using standard work and lean to ensure both safety and quality objectives are met and sustained.
• Embrace innovation and a continuous improvement/lean mindset through collaborative efforts with Safety/Quality/Delivery/Cost/Culture initiatives supporting the overall success of the Bangor and GE Vernova Teams.
• Innovate and solve problems rapidly with rigor, transparency, and to Stop Work when needed.
• Complete all required certifications promptly and within designated timeframes.
• Adhere to established company standard work procedures and continuously seek process improvements.
• Complete all required training promptly and thoroughly.
• Treat others with dignity and respect while being committed to proactively solving problems, raising concerns, and working collaboratively as one team.
• Communicate with transparency, integrity, and respect to foster positive working relationships.
• Take ownership of work and roles/responsibilities so each individual and each team is accountable for delivering on commitments.

Compensation/Pay

The starting pay for this position is $ 34.5058 /hour; after successful completion of 180 day probationary period the hourly rate will increase to $ 37.4159/hour. This posting is expected to remain open until at least November 15, 2024. 

Benefits

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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. 

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (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.

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