Spec I, EHS

Progress Rail

Belton, Missouri

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Auditing, Background Investigation, CPR Certification, Caterpillar Equipment, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Defibrillator, Distribution Services, Driver's License, Emergency Response, Employee Orientation, Environmental Health, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Facilities Management, Federal Government, First Aid, Fitness, Government Regulations, Green Business, Human Resources Management, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Local Government, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, OSHA, Office Suites, Patient Care, Plant Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Security Equipment, Surveillance, Test Requirements, Testing, Training Program, Water Sampling
LOCATION
Belton, Missouri
POSTED
3 days ago
PRS Facility Location
Belton, MO Distribution Center - 453
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.

Req ID
11977BR
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.

Job Title
EHS Specialist
City
Belton
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;
• Moti

About the Company

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