Octavio Acosta Email & Phone Number

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

•My strategic initiatives directly correlated to the decreased the overall TRIR from 1.28 to .95.YOY and for the sites I was solely responsible for, their TRIR decreased from 1.25 to 1.00 from 2022 to 2023, respectively. •I have led 2 of the largest sites at Pregis LLC (Blown foam and cast extrusion) in the west region to silver level for the 7 Elements of Safety Program. My leadership and drive have been integral in the development of process and standards to help drive the teams in a positive direction. •To get them these levels of excellence, I created methods of accountability. These include but are not limited to the following: Monthly Trend Analysis; Monthly Projects Development and Review; Monthly JSA, Machine Guarding and ERGO Development; Monthly Masterplan Review. •I drove efforts and have created tailored programs based on team band width. My process was integral in the sharing of over 10 best practices and improved 7 element processes through plant-to-plant collaboration. This was done for over 27 sites.•Developed a document control list and tailored it to the overall EEHS business, I conducted training and in person assessments across all 6 plants. Many of my standards and best practices that have been developed have led to a massive increase in compliance without sacrificing time and energy to plant level leadership. •I built and developed a tracking mechanism for over 145 Machine guarding documents, JSAs and LOTO documents. Lead discussions and organized efforts with over 27+ plants on developing engineering solutions to mitigate safety risk across the entire organization.•I update and currently maintain the corporate repository for over 90 documents (Standard Operating Procedures, Forms, and Training Documents).•I created a standard template for a Process Safety Management program and have been working with a CAL OSHA site to ensure that their PSM is up to date and modernized. Submittal of their PSM has been efficient and complete.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

•Responsible for the development and sustainment of the entire Plant Control System (PCS) for a brand-new facility from the ground up. •Lead the implementation and standardization of the EASE safety software platform a Pregis LLC EHS safety and continuous improvement program. The site was the last to get the soft ware and the first to successfully implement for 6s, maintenance tasks and Safety Gemba’s for the entire EverTec Business Unit. •Developed and Standardized the EverTec Training Management Program. This project consisted of bringing 5 sites together to reach a consensus on critical tasks for training and development of employees for 9 roles. This project includes, but not limited to training matrices for the 9 roles, Training Guides to assist train the trainers and a pay scale progression pathway. This program was critical to the initial safety, onboarding, and future development of employees across the EverTec platform. •Lead a business unit wide initiative of Operational Excellence developing and completing over 20+ projects over the course of 1 year. This included two projects that led to the potential savings of almost +$150K in raw material costs and time savings. Both of which had ROI payback periods of just under 30 days once implemented. •Developed 20+ new standard operating procedures for the entire business unit for a product that has a life span of just over 3 years. Additionally, standardizing the document control system for the entire Business Unit. Lead the EverTec SOP video project developing 12 SOP videos for use in the overall training program for the EverTec Business Unit.•Developed a reporting structure and lead the Site Management Review of KPIs to C suite executives on the status of the Plant and its performance to make decisions about production efficiency, labor costs and raw material usage.

Augusta, Georgia, United States

Augusta, Georgia Area

Dallas, Texas

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Management of 30+accounts over the greater South Central Region (TX, OK, AR, LA, MO) of the United StatesRegional Development of new accounts and acquisition of strategic accounts through out the United StatesDevelop and implement sales and marketing techniques for Amcor Inc.Execute business to business sales Provide excellent customer service and customer relations (Face of the Company)Provide technical expertise in regard to packaging and other logistics type operationsProvide an all encompassing approach to business solutions that help impact customer bottom lineFind creative ways to apply a Value Added Sales approachChallenge customers see their operations from a strategic POV to help set them up for future successClosed and re-acquired over 17 new and old accounts for FY 18 with a total in over $250K worth of additional revenue to the region. For more information about Amcor Inc. please see below:https://amcorplastics.com/

Fort Lewis, Washington

Oversaw all aspects of training and logistics functions for a 1,000-person organization; advised on all maters of the unit capabilities, limitations and disposition; recommendation of implementation of capabilities; and provided seamless communication of current operations and future operations.Conceptualized, planned, and led the transportation of personnel movements to Korea for a large scale joint, United States, Japan, and Korea training exercise.Chosen above all others as a Liaison Team Leader to represent Executive Level Leadership in Korea due to expertise.Facilitated meetings with executive leadership to build short and long-term strategic plans supporting continuous department operation – included all aspects of personnel management, logistics planning for 150+ vehicles, and over 1,000 individual pieces of equipment valued well over $100M

Osan Airbase, South Korea

A professional broadening role; Senior Liaison Officer to Senior Air Force Management on all matters in Ground Operations in the Korean Theater of Operations. Responsible for integrating and developing Cross Functional Teams and Joint Partnerships in Northeast Asia.Implemented new systems for information management within real-world inter-agency military operations including assets from the Army and Air Force – improved communication procedures resulting in a 98% communications effectiveness rate compared to a previous 50%Trained 100 Air Force pilots and support personnel on appropriate inter-departmental procedures to ensure seamless communications between military branchesDeveloped over 20 strategic partnership training plans covering 5 large-scale operations that included over 2,000 employees and improved trained status from 50% to 90% - Awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for exceeding all expectations.

Field Artillery Command Qualification May 2015Graduated from 6-month premier leadership course for Field Artillery Officers focused on command leadership, quantitative problem solving, and operational planning

Chief operations officer and second in command of a Field Artillery Battery, consisting of 82 personnel and $24 million in equipment. Managed all administrative, maintenance, logistics, and training support functions of the Battery. Supported and evaluated 15 separate internal training exercises supporting deployment readiness for over 1,000 personnel; coordinated the first training exercise of its kind in 3 years, utilizing air movement logistics assets.Developed and implemented updated standardized operating procedures for maintenance procedures, logistics processes, and results-driven training exercisesWas awarded the Army Commendation Medal for his tireless efforts and exceeding all expectations while in this Executive Management Position and chosen above his peers to attend the Field Artillery Captains Career Course

Ft. Bliss, Texas / Kandahar, Afghansitan

Led an team and platoon comprised of 26 members and outfitted with $2 million worth of equipment. Planned, coordinated, and conducted a comprehensive training program to prepare organization for a variety of Operations. Developed and mentored platoon members to forge a cohesive team. Planned and led a multitude of combat and Humanitarian operations while deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Planned and led the movement and sustainment of all logistics assets; integrated with Afghan military forces to provide on-site training in all areas of military readiness – awarded the Bronze Star MedalOversaw the execution and timeliness of contract completion for 2 projects, each valued at over $15 million that included aspects of both private security and facility maintenance operationsCoordinated with local and government personnel to provide collaborative community reconstruction projects which resulted in an increase in positive sentiment towards U.S. personnel and operations

Ft. Sill, Ok/Ft. Bliss, Tx