EHS Specialist

Job Purpose

Responsible for the occupational health, safety, environmental, and loss control management of Progress Rail Jackson, SC facility. Provides Facility-level Environmental, Health and Safety Strategies, policies and processes in support of Company’s operations. Responsible for evaluating, developing, planning, directing, training, and implementing environmental, safety, and health initiatives that will ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free working environment.

Req ID

10193BR

City

Jackson

State:

South Carolina

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 .

Key Job Elements

• Performs inspections and tests planned to provide experience and familiarization with company operations, specific EHS issues and regulations, and company practices;
• Collects and evaluates data;
• Assists in managing various environmental programs;
• Oversees and manages various aspects of EHS programs within the facility;
• Assists more experience professionals in developing solutions;
• Deliver and develop a variety of training programs;
• Effectively use and navigate Progress Rail’s Environmental Safety System (PRESS);
• Assist in preparation of environmental compliance audits and inspections;
• Documentation, reporting, and root cause analysis of spills and chemical releases;
• Serve as secondary point of contact for environmental compliance issues within manufacturing operations;
• Assists with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for assigned programs;
• Work with facility operations to meet environmental expectations and improve operating metrics;
• Assist in the development and implementation of polices and directives for the facility;
• Maintains records and data necessary to evaluate compliance with regulatory and company standards;
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Education / Training

• BS Degree in Environmental, Scientific, Chemical, Civil, Safety or Engineering preferred;
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in EHS field can be substituted for BS Degree.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Solid understanding of environmental, health and safety practices and regulatory requirements;
• Ability to multi-task, follow-through, work independently, and meet critical regulatory deadlines;
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Must have valid driver’s license.
  
  
  

Benefits

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

Job Category

Environmental Health and Safety

PRS Facility Location

Jackson, SC - Wheel Shop - 025