Plant EHS Manager

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Danville, VA seeks an Plant EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety programs within a manufacturing setting. You will partner with stakeholders to drive strategic EHS initiatives aligned with business goals, acting as site leader for EHS management systems and promoting a strong safety culture.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in EHS leadership in manufacturing, with ISO 14001/45001 experience, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years designing, implementing, and leading proactive EHS programs in manufacturing.
• 3-5 years of management implementing ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or comparable systems.
• Proven success improving EHS performance and building relationships with regulators.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, leadership and communication skills.
• Master's degree or CIH/CSP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental health and safety improvement strategy development and deployment within the plant.
• Develop, lead, and execute EHS initiatives that support business objectives and EHS goals.
• Support operating model processes that increase associate engagement, empowerment, and EHS performance improvement.
• Administer and continuously improve environmental and safety management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 preparation.
• Facilitate EHS governance processes and establish leading and lagging performance indicators.
• Build relationships with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders to promote best practices.

Skills

EHS program leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

ISO 14001 implementation

ISO 45001 implementation

Leadership coaching

Education

Bachelor's in EHS or Engineering

Master's or CIH/CSP preferred

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

As the Plant EHS Manager you will lead the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements while advancing EHS performance, engagement, and culture across the facility. The Plant EHS Manager serves as the site leader for EHS management systems and partners with key stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives aligned with business goals. This position also represents the organization with regulatory agencies, community leaders, and external stakeholders to promote trust, transparency, and effective EHS practices.

Why This Role Matters

• Leads the facility's environmental, health, and safety strategy to support organizational goals and continuous performance improvement.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and company EHS requirements while minimizing environmental impacts and promoting sustainable practices.
• Serves as the Site EHS Management System Leader, driving implementation and sustainability of EHS management systems across the facility.
• Builds a strong safety culture by increasing workforce engagement, fostering learning, and partnering across functions to improve EHS performance.

What You Will Do

• Lead environmental health and safety improvement strategy development and deployment within the plant.
• Develop, lead, and execute EHS initiatives that support business objectives and EHS goals.
• Support operating model processes that increase associate engagement, empowerment, and EHS performance improvement.
• Administer and continuously improve environmental and safety management systems, including ISO 14001 implementation and preparation for ISO 45001 certification.
• Facilitate EHS governance processes and establish key leading and lagging performance indicators.
• Build relationships with regulatory agencies, community leaders, and external stakeholders while promoting EHS best practices and a positive safety culture.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience designing, implementing, and leading proactive EHS programs in a manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years of management experience implementing and/or sustaining ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or comparable EHS management systems.
• Demonstrated success improving EHS performance and building effective relationships with governmental regulatory agencies.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and safety regulations, leadership and coaching abilities, problem-solving skills, business acumen, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Master's degree in an environmental or safety discipline, engineering, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent certification is preferred.

Goodyear offers a competitive pay and comprehensive total rewards package designed with your physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing in mind. The pay range for this position is

$105,288.00 - $195,533.00

However, base pay offered may vary depending on factors such-as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. You will also be eligible for a number of benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, sick and vacation time, as well as tire discounts. You will receive more information on our Total Rewards if selected to interview.

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate

Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.