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Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Assigned to laboratory safety inspection project at Eli Lilly Research Laboratories.o Conduct laboratory inspections to ensure compliance with the Lilly Chemical Hygiene Plan, the OSHA Lab Safety Standard, NRC regulations, and other applicable Federal, State and local codes.o Maintain lab inspection database and assist in communicating to laboratory owners and research personnel all inspection non-conformances and/or safety concerns.o Manage the re-inspection of any areas/laboratories where unsafe conditions are discovered to ensure safe operations and compliance with all applicable regulations.• Assigned to machine safeguarding project at Eli Lilly Research Laboratories.o Conduct machine safeguarding inspections including safe shut down, safety engineering, electrical interlocking.o Conduct risk analysis, risk mitigation and process hazard reviews and provide mitigation recommendations to laboratory owners.

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Using classroom settings and field instruction, provided training to management and staff in areas including hazard communication, lockout / tag out and personal protective equipment in accordance with OSHA and Sysco requirements.• Utilized a robust, effective return-to-work program, managed the workers’ compensation program with the goal of reducing cost and ensuring the employee is returned to full duty in a timely manner. • Led the process safety management (PSM) team in safely performing anhydrous ammonia system maintenance, reconfiguration etc. in accordance with PSM guidelines.• Developed and implemented safety training programs including ergonomics, powered industrial truck operation and hazard communication. • Conducted departmental and site-wide safety audits; implemented SMART corrective action(s) and communicated measurable results to employees and staff.• Led accident and near-miss investigations to identify and implement corrective action and measure effectiveness of hazard mitigation controls.

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

• Provided clear interpretation of OSHA standards, Dow safety standards, EPA regulations and site-specific procedures to all employees using classroom and practical applications.• Developed and implemented a variety of safety training programs including ergonomics, powered industrial truck operation and hazard communication.• Performed hazard monitoring including noise dosimetry and mapping, air quality testing and sampling for respirable particulates.• As a member of the Dow Chemical Company Global Ergonomics Team, performed hazard analysis for laboratories and operations and facilitate corrective action(s) to address ergonomics concerns and mitigate safety hazards.• Following behavior based safety principles, performed frequent audits to promote safe work practices and behaviors.• Worked with process safety management team to safely perform system maintenance, reconfiguration etc. in accordance with PSM guidelines.

Rushville, In

Managed site safety program that achieved a 78% decrease in workers’ compensation spending and a 50% reduction in lost time injuries over a 2-year period.• Conducted qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments of foundry and machine shop areas and recommended engineering, administrative and/or PPE controls.• Managed the personal protective equipment program and conducted hazard assessments to determine job-specific PPE needs.• Developed and implemented a variety of training programs to facilitate institutional learning regarding EPA regulations and OSHA standards. • Conducted atmospheric testing including air quality and airborne particulates employing a variety of monitors and methods.• Coordinated audiometric and respiratory fit testing to ensure compliance with hearing conservation and respiratory protection requirements.

Rushville, In

Led a safety program which contributed to an $118,000 reduction in workers’ compensation costs over a two-year period using proactive return-to-work programs.• Managed all workers’ compensation cases, OSHA recordkeeping and injury classification as well as the facility light-duty program.• Led and inspired a safety program that exceeded a goal of 1,000,000 man hours without a lost time injury.• Effectively managed a State of Indiana vocational training grant to promote workforce development.• Using root cause investigation (RCI) methods, performed detailed accident and near-miss investigations to identify and implement corrective action.• Worked closely with supervisors, employees and management to develop work instructions and job aids which focused on job procedures, safety considerations and quality control procedures.

Masters' Of Business Administration, Business

Bachelor Of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies - Engineering Technology/Business