Environmental Health & Safety Manager

About Us
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
What You Will Do
The Manufacturing Plant EHS Manager III requires a technically skilled and culturally driven EHS Process Manager to lead critical safety and environmental initiatives within a complex, matrixed manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a professional with 5-10 years of experience who thrives on influencing, driving continuous improvement, leading a team, and embedding EHS values into operational excellence. You’ll own and elevate EHS processes and be a strategic partner across functional departments.
How You Will Do It
Process Ownership & Compliance
Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures aligned with OSHA, EPA, and ISO standards (14001/ 45001/ 9001)
Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses (JHA, HAZOP), and ergonomic evaluations.
Ensure compliance across multiple reporting lines and operational units within a matrixed structure
Manage environmental reporting, waste characterization, and regulatory submissions
Lead and participate in EHS audits and risk assessments
Partner with JCI Legal on regulatory and compliance topics
Data management with EHS information system
Culture & Engagement
Champion a “Commitment to Safety” culture through behavior-based safety programs and peer-led accountability
Facilitate safety committees and employee engagement forums to build ownership across roles and departments
Influence plant and functional leaders to integrate EHS priorities into daily decision-making
Creating a positive safety culture for your team
Training & Communication
Design and deliver tailored EHS training programs that resonate with both direct and indirect stakeholders
Communicate safety goals, performance metrics, and improvement plans transparently to multiple layers of leadership
Provide coaching and mentorship to cross-functional teams, helping them champion EHS in their own domains
Performance & Analytics
Track leading indicators such as near-misses, safety observations, and training compliance
Use lagging indicators to validate program effectiveness and identify improvement areas
Drive KPI performance
What We Look For
Required
Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field
5 - 10 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial setting
3-5 years of previous experience managing a team
Proven success in influencing matrixed teams and driving cultural transformation
Strong knowledge of regulatory standards, ISO 14001/ 45001/ 9001, and behavior-based safety systems
Proficient in EHS digital platforms, data analytics, and Microsoft Office Suite
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, tailored to varied audiences
Preferred
EHS Certification (CSP, CHMM, CIH, PE)
Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodology
Ideal Candidate
Influential Partner: Navigated complex reporting lines and earns trust across departments
Cross- Functional Collaborator: Aligns EHS goals with operations, engineering, HR and quality teams
Strategic Communicator: Tailors messaging to diverse stakeholders for maximum engagement
Adaptive Problem Solver: Adjusts tactics based on shifting priorities and team dynamics
SALARY RANGE: $100,000 - $110,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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