Achieved two significant promotions at SAF as a result of proven leadership, strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and job dedication.•Managed the aluminum anodizing line - an electrochemical process consisting of over twenty tanks which produce finished aluminum to AAMA standards •Planned and executed production schedule to satisfy customer service in respect to time and quality•Supervised plant maintenance engineer, lab technicians, three shift supervisors, and forty skilled plant laborers•Directed chemistry department in the maintenance and operation of engineering equipment (reverse osmosis unit, caustic recovery system, acid purification unit, water softener, boilers, heat exchangers, plate and frame filter press, distiller, deionizer)•Conducted performance reviews of plant personnel; recommended salary increases or termination of employment to Vice President•Worked with plant personnel and vendors to troubleshoot problems on production line•Purchased and negotiated prices for all chemicals, safety and environmental supplies•Collected and organized all MSDS for chemicals used at facility•Responsible for labeling, storing, manifesting and shipping all non-hazardous and hazardous waste•Prepared monthly wastewater reports to submit to the city of Atlanta •Ensured all environmental rules from EPA and GAEPD were followed and continually incorporated new rules and regulations•Worked to keep compliance with OSHA regulations and initiated programs to improve plant safety•Constantly coordinated and reviewed production and safety objectives with plant supervisors and vendors to maximize efficiency and quality and to minimize costs•Developed health, safety and environmental programs and reviewed each plan annually•Oversaw all training in safety and environmental programs•Performed safety audits and inspections to determine any safety violations and hazards

Managed a group of employees responsible for home delivery of the AJC newspaper

Supervised production for small refrigerant reclaim companyRefrigerant reclamation and separation