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**10931BR** **PRS Facility Location:** Arab, AL - 321 **Job Purpose:** The site Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist is required to be highly visible in constantly communicating a safety first culture and positive work environment. Must possess a positive attitude, be proactive, strong communicator, and be highly observant and skilled in various techniques eliminating potential hazards in the workplace. **Req ID:** 10931BR **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 and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube. **Education / Training:** - Bachelor's degree in EHS related field preferred; - Minimum of 3 years' experience in safety and environmental field preferred. **Job Title:** EHS Manager **City:** Arab **Key Job Elements:** - 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 and potential EHS problems and participates in developing corrective measures; - Ensure compliance with organization and government EHS standards (i.e., OSHA, ADEM); - Develops procedures to assure continuing compliance with regulations and organization standards; - Maintains data in EHS management systems PREMS/PRACTSNET); - Handles regulatory inspections/visits; - Completes reports for submission to EPA, OSHA or other regulatory agencies; - Conducts thorough accident investigations, property damages, with follow up and corrective action; - Conducts required environmental tests, analysis, and observations; - Ensures environmental discharges are within permit requirements; - Completes sampling of various environmental media (air, water, and waste); - Collects, labels, packages and ships samples for laboratory analysis; - Develops injury/incident updates; - Completes Self-Audits, J.S.A.'s, P.P.E. assessments, etc.; - Inventory, purchase, and distribute P.P.E.; - Issues and oversees Hot Work Permits; - Completes Safety Program Updates & Safety Bulletin Updates; - Reviews/ and verifies Lock out/Tag out procedures; - Maintains accurate inventory of Safety Data Sheets (S.D.S.); - Completes contractor audits (Browz and On Site Agreements); - Conducts/Assists in Emergency Action Plan drills; - Issues permits for live electrical work; - Completes Ergonomic Assessments, Workplace Violence Assessments, Respiratory Fit Tests, and Respirator Inspections; - Communicates with Health Services concerning incidents, worker's comp cases, Return to Work, drug testing, physicals, Audiometric testing and Respiratory-related requirements; - Staff member of facility management team; - Prepare and present comprehensive safety update PowerPoint presentations at weekly plant wide communication meetings; - Update safety KPI dashboard and communicate improvement initiatives; - Provide oversight and direction to the plant Safety Council; - Primary contact for site security; maintain respective door key register; - Will be responsible for covering multiple locations- to include Arab, AL and Boaz, AL; - Other duties as assigned. **Qualifications and Experience:** - Proven experience conducting EHS compliance; - Solid understanding of safety practices and ability to conduct safety training on an ongoing basis; - Effective communication (verbal and written) skills a must; - Demonstrated ability to work effectively at all levels, including company management, customers, staff, contractors, vendors, and site personnel; - Strong communication skills, both written and oral; - Strong presenter to large audience groups; - Proficient computer experience in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. **EEO:** Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. **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._ **Job Category:** Environmental Health and Safety **State::** Alabama

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