Career Area:
Environmental Health and Safety
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as an EHS Manager in Lafayette, IN.
Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.
We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.
Job Summary:
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This EHS Manager will provide leadership, mentoring and direction to hourly, salaried and management personnel engaged in Environmental, Health, and/or Safety (EHS) activities related to a small facility or one discipline at a medium to large facility.
Additional Info:
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This role is located primarily in Lafayette, IN with periodic travel to Lebanon, IN
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Domestic Relocation Assistance: None
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This role is 1st shift
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This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
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This role requires up to 15% domestic travel
What You Will Do:
- Identifies common safety/health/environmental hazards inherent in the organization's operations and establishes guidelines for protection from those hazards.
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Ensures EHS training is completed to comply with regulatory requirements or in support of facility, division, or enterprise objectives.
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Audits safety/health/environmental programs for compliance with company standards, government regulations, and adequacy relative to local conditions.
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Monitors periodic performance reports for trends and conditions and alerts line management to problems.
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Lead and develop EHS professionals, coordinators, technicians, trainers, and support personnel.
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Establish clear expectations and accountability.
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Support succession planning and talent development.
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Foster collaboration across departments.
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Influence safety culture through coaching, mentoring, and engagement.
What You Have (Required Skills):
- Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Policy Compliance: Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies; ability to implement EHS policies to ensure that provided products and services are safe for people and the environment and in compliance with legal requirements and standards.
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Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
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Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
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Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):
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CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
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OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer
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Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
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Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
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ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 experience
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Completed OSHA 30-40 hour course
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Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, or related Management or Leadership field.
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5+ years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing, logistics, distribution, industrial, heavy equipment, or related environments.
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3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
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Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
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Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
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Experience developing and implementing EHS programs.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience
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Sustainability and environmental reporting experience
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Experience in warehousing, logistics, or Caterpillar operations
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Experience managing multi-site EHS programs
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Knowledge of behavior-based safety systems
Physical Requirements:
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Frequent walking throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments.
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Ability to wear required PPE.
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Occasional lifting up to 35 pounds.
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Ability to work in varying environmental conditions.
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Ability to respond to emergency situations when required.
What You Will Get:
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Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
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Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.
Summary Pay Range:
$89,210.00 - $133,810.00
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 Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
- These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
July 6, 2026 - July 20, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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