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Kirkland, Wa, Us

Kalamazoo, Mi, Us

Arlington, Va, Us

• Developed, implemented and monitored occupational health and safety programs and processes• Developed and provided training and instructions• Evaluated the impact of emerging issues, regulations and legislation to company operations• Developed corrective action plans to respond to internal/external audits and inspections• Planned and conducted health and safety audits

Seattle, Wa, Us

Create, develop, and implement a Health and Safety Program for three facilities in two states.• Conducted a safety risk assessment and created an extensive mitigation plan.• Created and implemented the needs assessment for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Laser (non-ionizing/3D printing), Hazardous Materials/Waste, and Machine Guarding.• Performed compliance and due diligence audits with all applicable regulatory agencies.• Revised the emergency action plans, assisted in emergency drills, and managed regulatory compliance.• Analytical review of the safety assurance process including internal audits, investigations, and the employee reporting system resulting in improved efficiency.• Monitored employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards.• Partnered with manufacturing leaders to establish strategies to enhance the safety culture.• Drove the engagement and excitement for safety programs encompassing the multilingual environment.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

Ensured compliance of regulatory programs (Air, Water Quality, Stormwater, Hazardous Material/Universal waste, and Spill Prevention).• Skilled in presentation and written communications in environmental compliance.• Supervised multiple capital projects ensuring environmental regulatory compliance.• Planned and conducted environmental audits for OSHA, EPA, FAA, and DOT regulations.• Evaluated new processes for potential safety and environmental aspects and impacts.Managed health and safety programs.• Developed and implemented effective solutions for contractor management of over 100 vendors.• Improved 3D safety, Machine Guarding, Electrical (NFPA 70E), Lock Tag Try, Confined Space, PPE, and Fall Protection programs; supported the Ergonomics and Laser (non-ionizing) programs.• Managed the OSHA Volunteer Protection Program (VPP) and the mitigation of risk for 20+ HSE programs.• Led HSE safety inspections, self-assessment, audits, incident investigations, safety alerts, and tracking the verification of corrective actions.• Analyzed metrics and communicated results to Senior Leadership.• Provided guidance, technical support, and coordination for cross-functional teams to manage change and reduce risks.• Participated in global development of occupational health and safety programs.Interim HSE Manager-3 months (2020).

Continuous improvement of HSE programs ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines, procedures, and regulations at an OSHA Volunteer Protection Program Star site facility.• Developed HSE training for site personnel, leadership, and contractors.• Implemented visual management tool for tracking targets and results.• Developed and implemented the Lockout/Tagout, Live Electrical, Machine Guarding, Fall Protection, Contractor Safety, Safety Committee, Emergency Preparedness, PPE, Lasers (non-ionizing and ionizing) and Fire Life Safety programs. • Evaluated HSE impacts of new processes prior to implementation.• Empowered the Emergency Response Team and Health / Safety Committee (30 employees).• Planned and initiated Corrective Action Plans related to injury prevention and safety.• Directed accident/incident investigations and analyzed potential impacts. • Built up of the Emergency Preparedness program.Oversaw Environmental management systems (Air, Water Quality, Spill Prevention, Hazardous Waste, and Stormwater).• Interpreted regulations and developed actions to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.• Well versed in RCRA, EPCRA, NPDES, OSHA, DOT, and Arizona Air Emissions.• Performed risk assessment and conducted internal audits.• Developed, implemented, and evaluated environmental training. Interim HSE Manager (6 months-2017).

Interpreted regulations, developed actions to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.• Managed environmental programs: air emissions, drinking water, storm water, hazardous waste/RCRA, and spill prevention.• Conducted internal HSE audits monthly to verify compliance.• Functioned as Coordinator for Travel Reduction Program (600 employees).

Volunteer student intern working on the Public Health Accreditation Board committee.

Responsible for increasing engagement and effective completion of HSE programs to corporate safety standards.• Evaluated and audited 29 programs in accordance with industry regulations relative to federal, state, and local environmental legislation. Performed needs assessment of safety equipment programs.  Developed and implemented HSE training for 600 employees on safety issues. Facilitated eyewear fit testing program and hearing program screenings for 260 employees. Supervised Monthly Safety Team meetings (12 persons). • Created and updated Safe Job Procedures and audited Preliminary Hazard Assessments for ISO 9001 Quality Management Certification. • Collaborated with facility supervisors to ensure appropriate and timely action for new processes.• Audited and maintained recordkeeping and compliance requirements established for permitted sources.• Identified, assessed, and resolved environmental and safety issues.

Tucson, Arizona, Us

Performed inspections in accordance with OSHA regulations and national standards. • Created a campus machine shop safety program for 40 machine shops and labs.• Problem solved and educated shop supervisors during site inspections. • Generated oral and written inspection reports and performed follow-up evaluations.

Attended University.

Provided health and fitness management programs for women. Planned, implemented, and evaluated health and fitness courses for over 500 clients in two locations.• Consistently achieved revenue goals and developed quarterly reports, budgets, and forecasted to track revenue.• Implemented strategies to boost sales and provide quality products.• Designed successful promotional campaigns and mentored employees.Chamber of Commerce member- active assistant leader in two community events per year.Recognized by Working Woman Magazine for excellence in customer service (May 2001). Acknowledged by SBA for Entrepreneurial Excellence (2001).

Washington, Dc, Us

Aviation Maintenance Administrationman (AZ)Honorable Discharge at six years (E-5)Duties performed included: Emergency Preparedness, scheduled inspections; maintained charts and trends in systems reliability; preserved maintenance data and system analysis; issued inspections and work orders; prepared reports and correspondence.

Master Of Public Health (M.P.H.), Health Promotion

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Public Health Environmental And Occupational Health