EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) Manager

Johnson Controls, Inc.
sick time, 401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, Waynesboro
100 CV Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 24, 2025
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard - your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! What we offer Competitive salary and bonus Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care On the job/cross training opportunities Encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 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 HIRING SALARY RANGE: $109,000-146,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location 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. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us #LI-Onsite