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Safety Compliance Specialist

  2026-08-23     Gables Search Group     Johnson City,TN  
Description:

EHS&S Engineer

An excellent career opportunity has arisen at our esteemed Client Company as a result of an internal promotion, exemplifying the organization's dedication to nurturing and progressing its workforce.

Our client, a reputable global manufacturing firm, is in search of a skilled Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Engineer to spearhead environmental, health, safety, and security efforts across various manufacturing sites in Eastern Tennessee. If you are enthusiastic about cultivating a top-tier safety culture while collaborating with manufacturing leadership to facilitate continuous enhancements, this role presents a fantastic chance to elevate your career.

Responsibilities

In the capacity of EHS&S Engineer, you will function as a vital member of the plant leadership team responsible for safeguarding employees, ensuring adherence to regulations, and enhancing overall operational safety metrics.

Duties include:

  • Overseeing Environmental, Health, Safety & Security programs at multiple manufacturing complexes
  • Devising and executing strategic EHSS initiatives aimed at enhancing workplace safety and environmental compliance
  • Supervising departmental finances and safety enhancement projects
  • Serving as the facility's representative on the Global EHSS Council
  • Leading ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems and initiatives for continual improvement
  • Conducting Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety observations, incident inquiries, and risk assessments
  • Creating and providing EHSS training schemes for employees and leadership
  • Ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, TDEC, and other federal, state, and local statutes
  • Managing Workers' Compensation procedures and efforts to decrease injuries
  • Monitoring key performance indicators and suggesting procedural enhancements
  • Promoting a forward-thinking safety ethos throughout the organization

Requirements

We seek individuals with:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or similar discipline is preferred
  • 5+ years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience within a manufacturing environment (with degree)
  • 8+ years of manufacturing EHS experience (without degree)
  • Thorough familiarity with OSHA, EPA, DOT, TDEC, and environmental regulations
  • Experience in implementing or managing ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems
  • Remarkable analytical, organizational, and communication competencies
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence all levels of the organization
  • Adeptness in Microsoft Office applications

Why This Role?

This position transcends the typical EHS job. You will join a flourishing global manufacturer that invests in its workforce, prioritizes safety, and provides exceptional opportunities for long-term career growth.

Key Aspects Include

  • Promotion-driven vacancy
  • Competitive salary up to $93,000
  • Target Annual Bonus of 7.5%
  • Relocation Assistance covered by the company
  • Superb medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings scheme
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Promising avenues for long-term career progression
  • Stable global manufacturing entity

About Johnson City, Tennessee

Johnson City offers a high quality of life characterized by:

  • Affordable cost of living
  • No state income tax
  • Breathtaking Appalachian Mountain vistas
  • Superb options for hiking, fishing, camping, and outdoor pursuits
  • Friendly locales for families
  • Convenient proximity to Asheville, Knoxville, and Bristol

Compensation

  • Annual Base Salary: Up to $93,000
  • Target Bonus: 7.5%
  • Relocation Assistance: Included
  • Generous Benefits Package

Interested in This Opportunity?

If you seek a role where you can significantly impact employee safety while advancing your career with a revered global manufacturer, I am eager to engage in a conversation with you. All discussions will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.


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