Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager

Renold is hiring an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager for their Morristown, TN facility. The role focuses on advancing safety, environmental, and sustainability initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture. Responsibilities include managing EH&S programs, conducting risk assessments, and leading safety committees. Candidates should have 7+ years of manufacturing safety experience or relevant education, with preferred certifications like CSP or CIH.
About the role:


Renold is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager o lead and advance safety, environmental, and sustainability initiatives at our Morristown facility.







This role is responsible for building a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across all environmental, health, and safety programs. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, capable of partnering with leadership while actively supporting teams on the production floor.







If you are passionate about keeping your team safe, improving processes, and leading impactful safety programs in a manufacturing environment, give us a call!







Function and Scope:


Lead EH&S Programs:



Develop and manage comprehensive Environmental, Health & Safety programs using the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) continuous improvement model
Implement systems that drive measurable improvements in safety performance and environmental protection

Regulatory Compliance:



Manage federal and state compliance requirements including:

OSHA 300 logs
EPA permits and environmental reporting
Waste manifests and discharge documentation


Setting Safety Culture:



Lead the site safety committee and engage frontline employees in proactive hazard identification
Partner with supervisors and leadership to drive accountability for safe work practices

Risk Management



Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)
Apply the Hierarchy of Controls to reduce workplace hazards
Lead incident investigations using Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)

Emergency Preparedness:



Maintain emergency response plans and fire prevention strategies
Coordinate drills, training exercises, and serve as liaison with emergency responders

Sustainability and ESG:



Monitor Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions
Support corporate sustainability reporting and waste reduction initiatives






Leadership Responsibilities:



Lead the site EH&S function and safety initiatives
Coach and mentor leaders and supervisors in safety best practices
Manage EH&S budget including safety equipment and monitoring technology
Maintain Stop Work Authority for unsafe conditions and lead corrective actions

Requirements:



7+ years of manufacturing safety experience

OR
Associate degree + 4+ years of safety leadership experience
Or an equal combination of education and experience

Bachelor’s degree in:

Environmental Health & Safety; Occupational Safety; Engineering preferred but not require


OSHA 30 Required
Highly preferred:

CSP – Certified Safety Professional
CIH – Certified Industrial Hygienist
CHMM – Certified Hazardous Materials Manager


Technical Expertise:



Regulatory reporting and compliance management
Incident investigation and root cause analysis
Risk assessment programs
Process Safety Management (PSM) familiarity
Microsoft Office and EHS software platforms
Strong communication skills across all organizational levels
Ability to translate complex regulations into practical procedures
Training and adult learning program development
Analytical problem solving and data interpretation

Work Environment:


This role combines strategic leadership and active plant engagement.



Time spent both on the manufacturing floor and in an office setting
Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions including noise and moving equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and navigate the production facility

Candidates must live within commutable distance to Morristown, Tennessee (45 minutes max)







Why join Renold?


At Renold, safety is foundational to our operations. This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful safety improvements, influence company culture, and contribute to sustainability initiatives across a global manufacturing organization.







Renold is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.







This is not the all inclusive job description, please note that the full detailed job description is attached to this posting.










Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm with an understanding that mandatory overtime is required, including some nights or weekends as necessary