Rail Safety Lead - Decatur Complex

Rail Safety Lead - Decatur Complex

This is an exempt level position. As the Rail Safety Lead, you'll be at the forefront of leading change. Your role will be to own the management and sustainability of railroading safety efforts in the Decatur Complex. You'll leverage technical and regulatory knowledge including OSHA, FRA and AAR regulations to engage our diverse workforce, ranging from frontline teammates to campus leaders. This role will be based at a facility in the Decatur Complex with the expectation to own and lead railroad safety activities throughout the Complex. Reporting will be to the Decatur Complex Area H&S Manager. This position may occasionally support other locations across the U.S.

The Decatur Complex, located in Decatur, IL, consists of 6 processing plants, onsite cogeneration and water treatment facilities, and employs ~1500 plant operations colleagues and an additional ~1000 contractors. The Complex has approximately 50 miles of track and operates rail loading departments at 6 of the 7 facilities. Additionally, the Complex operates a company owned rail yard located adjacent to the Complex that is responsible for inbound and outbound logistics. The Complex is served by two Class 2 Railroads, the Norfolk Southern (NS) and the Canadian National (CN) and has a partnership with Railserve for internal switching.

Position Responsibilities :

• Establish a safety culture across the Complex based on reviewing and meeting goals.
• Leads the 40 hour rail safety course
• Leads the Rail Safety Train the Trainer classes for attendees across the U.S.
• Own and maintain a rail safety Y-Chart, Deployment Plan and Project Hopper / Tracker.
• Develop, implement and manage preventative maintenance on rail infrastructure such as switches, clearance markers, signals and lighting.
• Conduct monthly track inspections and ensure findings are followed up on promptly.
• Investigation of safety incidents, near misses and derailments in the Complex.
• Engage plant leadership to implement rail safety policies throughout the Complex.
• Participate in Logistics department Review and Response meetings.
• Lead the Decatur Complex Rail Safety Committee.
• Lead and coach Plant Logistics Managers to ensure local compliance with rail safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Rail Maintenance Team to conduct audits on maintenance activities related to rail infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain a site master plan that includes mapping of Complex tracks, inventory and location of derails, switches, and clearance markers.
• Manage existing rail infrastructure and provide recommendations on improvements including standardization of safety equipment such as derails and clearance markers, as well as additional signaling devices.
• Conduct audits on switching operations in the Complex to ensure the safe movement of railcars.
• Research new railroading technology and evaluate for implementation.
• Work directly with our 3rd party rail service provider to ensure contractors working in the Complex are adhering to ADM policies and procedures.
• Review site specific appendices for compliance with the Rail Safety Program. Own the change in any program gaps for specific plants.
• Drive Continuous Improvement by participating in Performance Excellence.

Position Requirements :

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About ADM : At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together. We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including : physical wellness medical / Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable); financial wellness flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection; mental and social wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares). Additional benefits include : paid time off including paid holidays. Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave. Tuition assistance. Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs. Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between : $83,600.00 - $140,400.00. The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus.