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Greater Atlanta Area

Greater Atlanta Area

Direct and oversee the claims management process for all claims occurring with the company with a positive attitude and in a timely manner. Assist the Safety Department in all aspects of safety to ensure a total safety culture is being created. Conduct safety audits, safety training, accident investigations, jobsite inspections, and provide job hazard analysis for specific procedures. Monitor safety performance and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations for the company.

Greater Atlanta Area

Manager of Health & Safety for the Distribution Centers for Dick's Sporting Goods. Responsible for the Atlanta, GA and Phoenix, AZ distribution centers.Corporate Operations Safety and Risk Management position accountable for the Health & Safety Process and Training of over 450 warehouse associates and staff at the regional distribution centers in the DSG network.Put into action strategic plans and communication that resulted in direct reduction of the Medical Incident Rate (based on OSHA 200,000 man-hour calculation) from 17.80 to 3.50; an 80% improvement; well below the industry average. Successfully reduced claims dollars with a 62% improvement with sustained results.Management project team member in the creation and implementation of a new Behavioral Based Safety Program to drive towards Best in Class safety results. Directly responsible for the development of a positive recognition incentive program, observation program, culture shift towards recognizing safe behaviors, and served as subject matter expert.Coordinated all OSHA and DOT compliance training and job certifications to ensure proper guidance under the Safety Management Systems including New Hire Orientations, Powered Industrial Truck Training and Certification, Hazard Communication, Energy Isolation (LOTO), and First Responder Training.Facilitated the building wide Safety Committee in coordination with the new BEST in Class Behavioral Based Safety Program.Contributed to a successful update and revision of the company Safety Manual including project leadership of over 20 safety programs such as Fall Protection, Energy Isolation (LOTO), and Job Hazard Analysis programs.Maintained a strong knowledge of the Warehouse Management Systems to see that the Safety Hierarchy of Controls were developed into the Standard Operating Procedures.

Greater Atlanta Area

Division Safety Manager for Lafarge Ready Mix Concrete Division in the Southeast U.S. Region.Management team member with demonstrated success in achieving positive improvement of the Health & Safety Processes and Management Systems consistent with company priorities and policies as well as compliance with OSHA and government regulations.Accountable for over 750 employees in 70 concrete manufacturing, delivery and general maintenance locations across four states in the Southeast.Implemented effective loss control measures to reduce accidents and injuries. During tenure, Medical Injury Rate (based on OSHA 200,000 man-hour calculation) reduced from 4.30 to 1.26; a 71 % improvement. Vehicle Accident Rate reduced from 19.61 to 3.36; an 83% improvement.Visible commitment to develop safe behaviors throughout the organization. Observed, approached, and interacted with everyone on site to build best in class safety culture.Served as a catalyst and expert resource for investigations of Health & Safety concerns and incidents, developed corrective actions and follow-up mechanisms, and ensured communication of relevant information to the management team and all employees.

Greater Atlanta Area

Served as company Safety Director through Operations Management, including Safety Management, Loss Control, and Risk Management. Provided direction and guidance for achieving safety objectives. Worked directly with risk management on worker’s compensation and automobile claims.Provided guidance and management on all accident investigations and OSHA record keeping, drug testing program, DOT/FMCSA record keeping, inventory management, capital expenditures, capital budgeting, and P&L analysis. Oversee multiple databases for Safety and Operations for accountability.Profit & Loss Responsibility: Audited and Analyzed the P&L monthly income statements for 56 major production facilities across the U.S. and Canada. Evaluated and provided directional feedback to the Operational Vice Presidents in P&L areas of concern.

Greater Atlanta Area

Supervised General Ledger Department: Controlled end-of-month close out reports. Oversee all incoming journals for accuracy and timeliness. Compose monthly cost statements. Approve A/R reconciliation and journal reports. Prepare price variance reports.Supervised Accounts Payable Department: Region support for the UPS Accounts Payable Process; specifically with the American Express expense reports. Post and approve all daily A/P batches.Supervised Claims Research Department: Supported administrative group with database manipulation and situational control. Monitor department work progress. Approve write-offs for senior management.

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Lafarge University & Duke University Corporate Education Program with the Fuqua School of Business: Junior Management Program Certificate.

B.A., Bachelor Of Arts Degree, May 1994; Major: Art Studio; Minors: Business Management And Economics

All-American Scholars Collegiate Award O. Wayne Rollins Student Work Award