What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager position at Progress Rail?
Job Purpose
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An Environmental Health & Safety Manager monitors activities and functions, ensures compliance and makes recommendations for improvement to ensure adherence to the established policies, procedures and requirements of the EHS functions for the facility. Must be well versed in OSHA regulations, 5S & continuous improvement / particularly in a manufacturing environment. Must possess a positive attitude, be proactive, a strong communicator, coach, teacher and be highly observant and skilled in various problem solving techniques aimed at eliminating potential hazards in the workplace.
Req ID
10503BR
Work Location Options
Sherman
City
Sherman
State : Texas
Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.
Key Job Elements
Come join our Team of Excellence and receive Full Benefits - Starting on your 1st Day Vacation PTO Paid Holidays!
- Performing all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Progress Rail safety policies;
- Driving behavorial safety awareness to eliminate injuries; (SafeStart);
- Performs EHS training, including SafeStart / SafeTrack, Emergency Action Plan drills, New-Hire Orientation, Daily / Weekly Toolbox Topics and specialized training such as forklifts, aerial lifts, cranes, etc.;
- Identifies existing & potential EHS problems and participates in developing corrective measures;
- Ensures compliance with organization & government EHS standards;
- Maintains data in EHS management systems PREMS / PRACTNET;
- Handles regulatory inspections / visits;
- Completes reports for submission to EPA, OSHA or other regulatory agencies;
- Conducts thorough accident investigations, property damages, with follow up corrective action;
- Completes Self-Audits, Job Skills Analysis’s, P.P.E assessments for new hires.
Education / Training
Qualifications and Experience
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
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race / Color / Sex / Religion / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Vets / Disabilities
Job Category
Environmental Health and Safety
PRS Facility Location
Sherman, TX Trackworks - 057
