EHS Representative chez Progress Rail

The EHS Representative is responsible for the administrative support and coordination of health and safety efforts
for the facility. This position is also 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.

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.

• High School diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Health & Safety preferred;
• Familiarity with federal/state environmental and safety rules and regulations;
• OSHA industry 30-hour training required;

EHS Represenative

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• Works closely with EHS Manager, EHS Regional Manager & Operations serving as a key member to ensure
proper procedures including; environmental compliance, training and tracks chemical inventory of the
facility;
• Responsible for coordination with local authorities to dispose hazardous materials/waste/recyclables and
performs required testing per local/corporate/regulations/requirements;
• Manage & owns incident accident reporting and investigations and/or assist with the development of root
cause corrections in those facilities with an EHS Manager;
• Develop or assist in creating metrics to track areas of improvement and provide recommendations to
management by actions plans to make sure the team is aligned with the process and deliverables to meet
the target goals;
• Responsible or assist in maintaining Progress Rail Services written Safety Program including; safety
records (ex. Safety Data Sheets - SDS) and ensures all occupational health program documentation is
available an in compliance; enters data into Safety systems, conducts audits to identify unsafe conditions,
non-compliance and hazardous conditions. Tracks or logs and follow-up on safety observations;
• Administer first aid for minor injuries as needed and refers more serious for medical care;
• Conducts New Hire Orientation, delivers safety and health training programs and distribute PPE to
employees and maintains inventory (when applicable per facility guidelines);
• Collaborates with Facility Management as needed with inventory or other duties assigned by EHS
Manager (when applicable) Plant Manager, HR Manager, and Regional EHS Manager.

• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with internal and external customers, present and influence
credibly and effectively to all levels of the organization, including management;
• Detail oriented / sense of urgency / follow-through;
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and efficiently;
• Adapt to frequent changes in workload & priority as circumstances dictate.

Preferred Skills
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certified;
• 1-2 years in a safety, environmental, medical or case management role;
• Hazardous Material handling training.

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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.

Environmental Health and Safety

Alabama