EHS/Quality Manager

Wabtec•Albia, IA

11d•$79,100 - $112,800

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading both the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and Quality functions at the Wabtec Albia Manufacturing facility. The role involves planning, developing, and implementing effective EHS programs while also ensuring manufacturing quality excellence. This dual-focused position will create a proactive approach to safety, health, and quality in the workplace, while ensuring compliance with all environmental regulations and permits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in safety engineering science, quality, or related discipline (or high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of relevant experience)
Minimum 3 years of EHS experience, preferably in an industrial environment
At least 5 years of relevant leadership experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, or Services
Knowledge of safety/health regulations and OSHA compliance requirements
Experience identifying risk conditions and defining corrective action programs
Understanding of workers compensation laws at state level
Experience with facilities maintenance and building codes
Proficient with Microsoft Office and data analysis skills
Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
Strong leadership, coaching, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills
Ability to balance and prioritize multiple responsibilities

Nice To Haves

Professional safety certifications such as CSP, ASP, or CHMM
Knowledge of ISO/AAR standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques; certified auditor
Experience with welding, assembly, electrical, and test processes
Locomotive manufacturing knowledge including processes and failure modes
Strong customer focus with ability to operationalize a sense of urgency

Responsibilities

Develop, communicate, and maintain EHS programs and systems to ensure a safe work environment and culture of zero accidents
Track and drive improvements to EHS performance using leading and lagging indicators
Develop and drive completion of site's EHS risk reduction plan
Conduct required regulatory and Wabtec-mandated safety training for all employees
Identify root causes of near misses, first aid, injuries, and property damage to prevent recurrence
Coordinate and conduct periodic safety audits and inspections
Review all work-related injury investigation reports and verify corrective measures
Ensure risk assessments are conducted with team member engagement
Coordinate industrial hygiene surveys (noise, ventilation, chemical, ergonomic)
Design and deliver safety-related communication materials
Oversee workers compensation program administration
Manage uniform service, janitorial, and EHS-related suppliers (scrap metal, hazardous materials, waste removal)
Lead all elements of manufacturing quality at the Albia site
Lead root cause investigations of quality issues and containment of quality escapes
Own process compliance through quality audits and improvement plans
Lead quality culture improvement across the site with a customer-focused approach
Continuously develop product and process knowledge expertise
Lead and mentor resources assigned to quality activities