Site Safety & Fire Protection Manager

Hankook Tire Co.; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hankook Tire Co. seeks a Safety & Fire Protection Unit Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for safety and fire protection programs at the Clarksville site.

You will oversee hot work, chemical/SDS management, fire suppression and alarms, confined space, and safe machine operations while leading a team of safety professionals and managing regulatory inspections. The role requires a bachelors degree and 5+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree is required.
• Preferred advanced degree in Safety, Fire Protection, Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead Safety & Fire Protection team and oversee operations across shifts.
• Develop annual goals, KPIs, and improvement plans for EHS programs.
• Manage regulatory inspections and TOSHA/OSHA responses; ensure compliance.

Skills

Engineering & Tech

Mathematics

Chemistry

Law & Regulations

Critical Thinking

Active Listening & Speaking

Active Learning

Complex Problem Solving

Education

Bachelors degree

Advanced degree in Safety/Fire Protection or related

Job description

Job Title: Safety & Fire Protection Unit Manager
Department: Environmental Health & Safety Team
Shift: Core Business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Direct Report: EHS Director
Type: Exempt; Full-time

About the position

We are looking for a Safety & Fire Unit Manager to provides strategic and operational leadership for the site’s safety and fire protection programs, ensuring full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA/TOSHA, NFPA, and corporate standards. This role oversees hot work, chemical/SDS management, fire suppression and alarm systems, confined space, safe machine operations, emergency response, and all safety‑related matters across the TP campus. The Unit Manager leads a team of safety and fire protection professionals, manages regulatory inspections and TOSHA requests, drives investments and special projects, and ensures strong performance in both leading and lagging indicators. This position is critical to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high‑performing operation.

Responsibilities are:

Department Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and manage the Safety and Fire Protection team, including Senior Specialists, Shift Safety Specialists, and supporting personnel.

• Establish department priorities, assign responsibilities, and ensure consistent execution across all shifts.

• Develop annual goals, KPIs, and improvement plans aligned with site and corporate EHS strategy.

• Provide coaching, development, and performance management for team members.

Safety Program Management

• Oversee all safety programs, including LOTO, machine guarding, safe machine operations, PPE, hazard identification, and incident management.

• Ensure consistent application of safe work practices across all departments.

• Lead investigations of serious incidents, near misses, and high‑risk events.

• Maintain and improve leading indicators (audits, observations, training) and lagging indicators (injuries, incidents, severity rates).

Fire Protection & Hot Work Oversight

• Manage the site’s fire protection systems, including fire suppression, alarms, extinguishers, and fire pumps.

• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and local fire code requirements.

• Oversee hot work permitting, fire watch requirements, and field audits.

• Coordinate with Facilities, Engineering, and vendors to maintain system reliability and readiness.

Chemical & SDS Management

• Oversee the site’s chemical approval process, SDS database, and chemical inventory.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA Hazard Communication and state chemical regulations.

• Support departments in chemical storage, labeling, and hazard communication.

• Confined Space & High-Risk Work

• Manage the permit‑required confined space program, including training, entry oversight, and rescue planning.

• Ensure proper controls for high‑risk work such as line breaks, critical lifts, and energy control.

• Conduct field audits to verify compliance and effectiveness of controls.

TOSHA Requests, Inspections & Regulatory Compliance

• Serve as the primary point of contact for TOSHA inspections, requests, and regulatory interactions.

• Lead preparation, response, and corrective action planning for regulatory and corporate audits.

• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and ensure timely reporting

Requirements are:

Education:

• (Required) bachelor's degree

• (Preferred) occupational safety, Fire Protection, Engineering or advanced degree in a related field

Experience:

• (Required) 5+ years of related experience as an EHS professional in a manufacturing intensive environment

Language:

• (Required) good command of written and spoken English

Skills & Knowledge:

• Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services

• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications

• Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods

• Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process

• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

• Active Listening & Speaking - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; talking to others to convey information effectively

• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets

• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching

• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.