Paula Warrell Email & Phone Number

San Marcos, Texas

Environmental permitting, Waste Management, Wastewater Treatment Technologies, Regulatory Compliance, Management Systems Development & Compliance

Houston, Tx

EH&S compliance for East Houston, East Texas, and Louisiana operations - including state and federal reporting, training, management programs, DOT / Federal Motor Carrier Program.

Directed and facilitated the development, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of required HSE programs at a 900 employee - 24/7 oil field manufacturing equipment site. Program is managed pursuant to both regulatory and the Corporate HSE System. Directed and mentored cross-functional teams - First Responders, Spill Response, and Waste Management. Developed and implemented ISO 14001, including safety management system. Performed annual audits to re-confirm certification. Recognized with "Outstanding Achievement Award" earned for excellence in compliance to ISO 14001. Prepared, reviewed, approved and monitored regulatory submissions for air emissions, Pollution Prevention, Tier II, TRI, and waste reporting. Recognized for extensive regulatory compliance. Reduced TRIR by 79% in 5 years, through Behavior Based and Team Based Safety, Return to Work Program, and incident investigation / root cause analysis to determine improvements to operations. Monitored and evaluated manufacturing process changes and validations through Management of Change. Analyzed prospective vendors and contractors, resulting in savings for machine operation by 27% in oil and coolant use, and reduction in waste by 40%.Coordinated reporting, tracking, and trend analysis of workplace incidents, injuries and illnesses as well as environmental incidents. Maintained metrics of facilities' HSE performance, and ensured that performance data is communicated to management, facility employees, and corporate HSE.

Developed and deployed the EHS Program and regulatory compliance at aerospace repair and manufacturing operation, with 480 employees for 24/7 operation, and completed state required permitting / recordkeeping requirements.Managed inspection, maintenance, and training programs for air, waste water, nickel / platinum plating treatment system, and overall safety compliance with 0 TRIR OSHA incident rate and 0 violations to the environment.Provided auditing to verify compliance with systems and regulations. Developed and managed cross-functional teams to enhance safety and reduce environmental impacts.

Environmental, Health & Safety EngineerDesigned and implemented the EHS program at a aerospace manufacturing facility for 1100 employees for 24/7 Fortune 500 company; including air permitting, waste water treatment and compliance; hazardous waste; chemical safety; plating safety; and recordkeeping and reporting. Through a Behavior Based Safety Program, succeeded in 0 accidents to employees in multi-hazardous operations. Participated in corporate teams for best practices and world-wide standardization of programs.Facilitated Team Development / Management - Job Hazard Analysis, Emergency Response, First Responders, Fire Team, Spill Response Team, Waste Handling and Disposal Team.Managed environmental site assessments and testing for previous solvent groundwater contamination - removed tanks, lines, and soil / groundwater contamination, in a consent agreement with EPA. Excellent relationships with regulatory agencies.Completed and maintained regulatory planning and reporting, with status reports to senior management on schedule. Managed plant shut-down and remediation. Received Best Practice recognition for creation of remediation matrix system. Managed consultant and contractors to systematically remove contamination, buildings, asbestos, and equipment, and liaison with EPA on closure under the Brownfield Program.SUNDYNE Corp - Hamilton Sundstrand - Arvada, CO. EH&S and Security Engineer

Developed, implemented, and managed EHS and Security Program at oil / gas pump and compressor manufacturing facility for 425 employees for 24/7 Fortune 500 company. Conducted and managed regulatory compliance and auditing for air and water quality, hazardous materials and wastes, and safety and training requirements, resulting in a top-notch safe and compliant environment.Worked with facility management, improved several systems with Management of Change, including lockout/tagout; machine guarding; oil / water separation system; paint booth design; and welding booth systems. Developed and managed Contractor Safety Program, provided training and incident investigation, and 0 incident rates. Worked with Aerospace Division, standardized contractors and vendors, resulting in major cost savings.Managed accident investigation, employee first responder team, and workers' compensation reducing cost by 60%.Managed Fire Response Team and developed "Best in Class" inspection and monitoring program, awarded by the Fire Marshall of Arvada. Developed and provided employee and contractor training including hazardous waste management, chemical safety, auditing and inspection, air emissions, storm water pollution prevention, and injury/illness prevention.

Managed regulatory compliance, auditing, inspections, training, for US Operations exploration and production fields, on / offshore for major Oil and Gas Company. Project management for Texas, Alaska, Michigan, and Louisiana, for 0 notices of violation. Excellent relationships with state and federal regulatory agencies. Projects included remediation for oil spill response, asbestos removal, training, auditing, inspections and staying within budget and time constraints.Participated in 6 API committees for federal regulatory guidance documents. Conducted training in various states for small operators for the EPCRA Tier II program compliance.Summarized regulations and developed policies, procedures, and training for oil field sites in US operations.

B.S, Education / Business

M.S, Environmental Management