8906BR

PRS Facility Location:

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293

Job Purpose:

Responsible for maintaining compliance with all state, federal and local governmental EHS regulations, including writing programs, record keeping, reports, inspections, audits, permits, monitoring, and testing, training and medical surveillance per guidelines. Provides administrative support and coordination of health and safety efforts for the facility.

Req ID:

8906BR

Company Description:

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

• BS Degree in Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety or related field or equivalent experience with designated responsibilities in the safety/environmental field;

• OSHA training of 30 hours or more preferred.

Job Title:

EHS Specialist

City:

Muncie

Key Job Elements:

• Inspects/evaluates environment, equipment and processes to ensure compliance with federal/state/local safety/environment regulations;

• Conducts New Hire Orientation; delivers safety and health training programs and maintains and distributes PPE to employees when applicable; engages employees to make sure they are working safely; stops/corrects any unsafe behavior or conditions found;

• Enters data into Safety systems; conducts audits to identify unsafe conditions, non-compliance and hazardous conditions; tracks, logs and follows up on safety observations;

• Conducts incident accident reporting and investigations and/or assists with the development of root cause corrections in those facilities with an EHS Manager;

• Handles regulatory inspections/visits, such as KYOSHA and/or HYDEP; completes reports for submission to EPA, OSHA or other regulatory agencies as required;

• Performs monitoring and testing for permit requirements;

• Assists in the sampling of different media, collecting water level data, storm water sampling during precipitation events; collects, labels, packages and ships samples to off-site lab;

• Handles facility alarm and sprinkler systems and other emergency response systems as applicable;

• Assists with preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements for assigned programs;

• Administers first aid for minor injuries as needed and refers more serious injuries for medical care and informs company of any injuries that occur at the facility;

• Maintains data in EHS management systems PRESS;

• Collaborates with Facility Management as needed and completes other job-related duties as assigned by EHS Manager, Plant Manager, HR Manager, and Regional EHS Manager, as applicable;

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment;

• Solid understanding of environmental practices and Federal/State safety rules and regulations and regulatory requirements;

• Possess or able to obtain certification in General Industry 30-hour class;

• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification;

• Valid driver’s license;

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively at all levels, including company management, staff, contractors, vendors, and site personnel;

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with a wide variety of audiences;

• Experience with Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);

• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in workload and priority as circumstances dictate;

• Must be able to meet requirements of pre-employment, post-offer drug test and fitness for duty medical review and exam;

• Must be able to pass a background check which reviews any and all felonies and misdemeanors in the past 7 years;

• Experience with SAFE START or similar safety program, preferred.

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits:

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

*Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

Job Category:

Environmental Health and Safety

State::

Indiana