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

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law . If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here .