EHS Specialist

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.


Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.

Education / Training

• BS Degree in Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety or related field;
• 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.


Key Job Elements

Duties and responsibilities
• 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;
• 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.


Qualifications and Experience

Preferred Skills
• Experience with SAFE START or similar safety program.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions
• Strength - Position typically involves work in a standard office environment. Occasional standing and
walking. Heavy lifting is rare, but may be required;
• Motion - Position regularly requires standard repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated
with office communications. May require bending, lifting, standing, walking, etc. in cases where Safety
investigations require them;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements - Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
• Work Environment - Position is Safety Sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective
Equipment. Position may involve work in a non-temperature controlled facility. Position will require visits
to industrial environment, including potential for noise (85+ decibels), cold/heat (0-100 degrees F),
exposure to hazardous materials, heavy equipment, high levels of dust, and other hazardous working
conditions. May be required to remain for long periods of time in hazardous work environments to
investigate and mitigate accidents/incidents;
• Emotional Demands - Requires significant interpersonal skills while bearing a high standard for
compliance. Ability to adapt to frequent changes in workload and priority as circumstances dictate;
• Safety - Position is Safety Sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.


The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of an EHS Specialist.


Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.


**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.