EHS Manager

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Albany (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Job summary

Johnson Controls International plc. is seeking an EHS Process Manager to lead safety and environmental initiatives within a complex manufacturing environment.

The role suits a professional with 5-10 years of EHS experience who can influence, drive continuous improvement, and embed EHS values into operational excellence. Key responsibilities include developing EHS policies per OSHA/EPA/ISO standards, conducting risk assessments, ensuring cross‑unit compliance, managing environmental reporting,

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures aligned with OSHA, EPA, and ISO 14001/45001/9001 standards.
• 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.
• Maintain data management with EHS information system.
• Champion a safety culture and drive KPI performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analytics

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

EHS software

Job description

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary bonus plan. 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Process Ownership & Compliance

• Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures aligned with OSHA, EPA, and ISO 14001/45001/9001 standards.
• 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.
• Maintain 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.
• Create 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.

Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• EHS Certification (CSP, CHMM, CIH, PE).
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodology.
• 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

$100,000‑110,000 (Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, 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.

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