I am a skilled and qualified professional with background in diverse aspects of safety, health, and environmental management. My objective is to pursue a career as an Environmental, Health and Safety Manager with an organization that offers opportunities for growth and advancement. I want to utilize my extensive knowledge and expertise to the fullest potential.
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Accomplished Executive with solid and progressive experience in all aspects of safety, health, and environmental management. Astute business strategist with proven success in reducing employee incidents, significantly lowering workers compensation costs, enhancing operational efficiency, leading organizations through critical transitions, and eliminating risks. Regarded for the ability to expertly drive processes and successfully motivate cross-functional teams. Additional core competencies/strengths include:
Organizational Restructuring & Integration
Risk Control Programs & Loss Prevention
Continuous Improvement Management
Union/Non-Union Environments
Safety Management & Training
Change Management & Cost Containment
Accelerated Growth & Improvement
Strategy Development & Implementation
Workers Compensation
OSHA, EPA, TSCA & DOT Regulations
Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
ISO 14001 & 18001
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Gallo Glass Company - Modesto, CA (2003 - 2009)
Safety and Training Manager
Provided leadership and direction to the Safety and Health Program for a 900-member union glass container manufacturing facility. Led the Central Safety and Health Committee with the implementation of cultural and procedural advances. Analyzed trends as well as presented results and recommendations to the Leadership Team. Handled case management with workers compensation and medical, which resulted in fewer lost time days and lower overall incident rates. Introduced the internal heat relief program for the facility, which was utilized by CalOSHA as a basis for the procedure. Attained site safety goals through effective problem solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
Key Achievements:
* Played a key role in achieving an average reduction of 45% in workers compensation costs.
* Exceeded company objectives for reduction in TCIR and LTIR, which resulted in savings of $750,000 - $1M in workers compensation costs per year.
* Achieved a 25% average annual reduction in TCIR.
* Established the Safety Council Program for employees that had a recordable incident, which resulted in 98% of the employees in the program never having another recordable incident.
* Conducted investigations on all incidents, completed root cause analysis, and implemented preventive measures.
* Pioneered the launch of major safety programs that met corporate, local, Federal, and State requirements.
James T. McCusker, Inc. - Raynham, MA (2000 - 2003)
E-Commerce Manager
Directed all facets of the e-commerce business including customer service for a private philatelic dealer. Fielded high volumes of customer calls and aided in problem resolution. Provided support in public auctions.
Key Achievements:
* Streamlined business processes and enhanced operational efficiency.
* Delivered on time mailings for auction winners using superior organizational skills.
ChemDesign Corporation - Fitchburg, MA (1996 - 2000)
Safety Manager
Maintained sole accountability for the safety program for a medium-sized chemical manufacturing facility. Improved the organization's reporting level from a TCIR of >20 to a TCIR of <5. Directed all investigations, root cause analysis, and trend analysis of site incidents. Presented recommendations to the Leadership Team and implemented the corrective measures.
Key Achievements:
* Cultivated safety attitude and behavioral changes, which resulted in higher safety awareness, employee participation, and a 50% reduction in the OSHA Incident Rate for the company.
* Played a key role in raising safety awareness through continual employee interaction.
* Performed industrial hygiene monitoring in accordance with regulations and employee concerns.
* Served as the Chairman of the Safety Audits Sub-committee, Chairman Ergonomics Sub-committee, Responsible Care Coordinator, and Emergency Response Safety Officer.
* Acted as the Compliance Trainer for Safety and Hazardous Waste.
Tucker Housewares - Leominster, MA (1995 - 1996)
Corporate Safety and Environmental Affairs Director
Directed all aspects of safety and environmental affairs for 3 Tucker Housewares Plastics manufacturing facilities. Ensured compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations.
Key Achievements:
* Impacted behavioral change resulting in a 35% reduction of OSHA recordables.
* Spearheaded efforts to administer hazardous and regulated waste, which produced a 25% cost reduction.
* Acted as the HES Manager for the Leominster, MA facility and Corporate HES for all 3 facilities.
* Selected as the Compliance Trainer for Safety and Environmental Regulations.
Additional Experience
Safety & Environmental Coordinator - Phelps Dodge Copper Products, Norwich, CT (1994 - 1995)
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator - Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Cumberland, RI (1985 - 1993)
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor of Arts, Biology - Providence College, Providence, RI
Credentials: Currently Pursuing CSP Designation
Training: ISO 14001 & 18001, Chemical Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Ergonomics, Emergency Spill Response, Fall Protection Competent Inspector/Person, Hazardous Waste Site Operations, CPR/First Aid/AED, Annual Refresher Training, Essentials of OSHA Compliance, Effective Presentations, CAMEO, HAZOP, Respiratory Protection and Fit Test Trainer, Incident Command System 100 - 400
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