EHS- Safety Technician

Wabtec•Kansas City, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Technician supports environmental, health, and safety activities across both KRC facilities, working under the direction and coaching of the EHS Manager. The position serves as a visible safety resource on the shop floor and partners with employees, supervisors, managers, maintenance personnel, other functional teams, and external vendors to promote a safe and compliant work environment. The role helps strengthen KRC’s safety culture by identifying hazards, reinforcing safe work practices, coordinating training and compliance activities, and ensuring safety concerns are addressed promptly. The Safety Technician conducts routine walkthroughs, inspections, and audits; supports OSHA compliance and EHS recordkeeping; coordinates new-hire orientations and ongoing safety communications; and responds to first-aid cases, minor incidents, and safety concerns. The role also documents incidents and corrective actions, supports investigations, tracks follow-up in Gensuite, coordinates safety-related vendors and committee meetings, and provides basic EHS coverage during the EHS Manager’s absence. The position is based at 4800 Deramus Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Associate degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or Industrial Technology.
0–3 years of experience in safety, manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or a related environment.
Basic understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety principles.
Ability to identify hazards, unsafe behaviors, and potential safety risks in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to conduct safety inspections, audits, and shop-floor observations.
Basic knowledge of incident reporting, corrective actions, and root cause analysis.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach and engage employees at all levels.
Ability to maintain accurate training, inspection, and compliance records.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently and maintain a visible presence on the shop floor.
Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
Frequent walking throughout production, warehouse, and outdoor work areas; regular standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing stairs.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry safety supplies, PPE, and training materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Required use of PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe shoes.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.
Familiarity with EHS software systems, safety databases, or training management systems.
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement concepts.

Responsibilities

Increase EHS presence on the shop floor across both KRC facilities.
Conduct routine walkthroughs to identify unsafe conditions and behaviors, and partner with supervisors to address concerns promptly.
Reinforce PPE requirements, safe work practices, and company safety expectations through daily employee interactions.
Provide real-time safety coaching to employees and leaders and follow up on concerns, corrective actions, and reported hazards.
Assist with Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), high-risk work permit reviews, and lockout/tagout activities.
Support heat stress prevention initiatives and employee engagement activities.
Maintain a visible presence in production, warehouse, and yard areas to identify hazards and strengthen employee engagement.
Conduct routine safety inspections and audits throughout both buildings and report findings to the EHS Manager.
Track audit findings, corrective actions, and compliance activities to ensure timely completion.
Support OSHA compliance activities and maintain required safety documentation, OSHA logs, and other EHS records.
Coordinate and facilitate new-hire safety orientations.
Maintain employee training records, certifications, and compliance documentation.
Deliver and reinforce weekly safety communications and toolbox talks, and update safety bulletin boards and other communication platforms.
Respond to first-aid cases, minor incidents, and workplace safety concerns.
Document incidents, hazards, near misses, and corrective actions.
Support incident investigations by gathering facts, interviewing employees, and documenting findings.
Manage follow-up activities in Gensuite and ensure action items are completed.
Maintain safety metrics, reports, meeting logs, and compliance records.
Coordinate safety-related vendors, including PPE suppliers, safety footwear programs, uniforms, and vending services.
Schedule and document Safety Committee meetings and support related activities.
Support customer, contractor, regulator, and stakeholder visits related to EHS activities.
Participate in leadership, staff, and operational meetings as the EHS representative when needed.
Provide basic EHS coverage during the EHS Manager’s absence.