• Dynamic Leader who offers a background in driving forward-thinking environmental planning, implementation, and sustainability, and exhibits an ability to see the big picture at all times to support corporate objectives.
• Ambitious Self-Starter with proven knowledge in Air Emissions (Title V, Minor PTIO, MACT) Permitting and Compliance Sides, Chemical Inventory and Right-to-Know (EPCRA / SARA), Hazardous Material Monitoring / Documentation / Transport / Disposal (DOT, IMDG, IATA), and JSAs / JEAs for diverse EHS-related topics.
• Visionary Professional with accomplishments across occupational health and safety, hazardous materials management, and environmental management initiatives, and who rises above key challenges to achieve results.
• Excellent Communicator who builds and sustains synergistic relationships with senior-level management, contractors, public- / private-sector professionals, and regulatory agencies; who excels in autonomous and collaborative work environments; and who leads staff by example and with integrity to attain desirable outcomes.

Senior EHS Representative ￨ Environmental Specialist

  Capitalize on the opportunity to lead environmental planning, implementation, and sustainability of air-related programs for the 2^nd largest producer of natural gas and 10^th largest producer of oil and natural gas liquids in the U.S., including providing support for development of policy, procedures, permits / applications, and sustainability.

  Support acquisition of air emission permits (PTIO, GP-12, Synthetic Minor and Permits by Rule (PBRs) and review existing and proposed rules, regulations, and policies, along with compiling data to accurately track and report Greenhouse gas emissions, as well as developing compliance demonstration and documentation methods.

  Efficiently lead scheduling and coordination of semi-annual FLIR and LDAR leak monitoring events (35 per quarter).

  Monitor emission events, emergency response, and excess emission, and determine final agency reporting and recordkeeping of aforementioned incidents accounting for approximately 2 flare / ESV releases annually.

  Prepared and submitted annual permit evaluation reports to agency (approximately 35 per quarter).

  Served as company s onsite EHS representative during engine testing and agency audits / inspections.

  Led air applications, technical review, modifications, and finalization for 10 sites monthly or 140 facilities total, including focusing on accuracy and timely delivery of air permit applications and compliance reports.

  Completed all fee emission reports / air inventories and provided data to Corp Air Engineer for preparation.

  Selected to personally provide technical support to management and field personnel for the implementation of the company s environmental health and safety policies and procedures.

EHS Specialist ￨ Engineering Associate Environmental Air Compliance

  Utilized broad scope of industry knowledge toward collaborating with facility staff and corporate contracts for this $13.4-billion global manufacturer / seller of coatings, optical lenses, plastics, and specialty chemicals, including ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and internal processes.

  Upheld facility-wide air-related environmental programs while supporting program-based compliance efforts.

• Led compliance with facility s Title V and Maximum Achievable Control Technology regulatory requirements, including MON and HCL MACT, and completing permit renewal applications and conducting audits and training.

  Wrote and updated procedures, FAQs, summaries, and technical documents / plans.

  Prepared detailed compliance reports required by facility s air permits and programs.

  Optimized environmental records and databases for permit compliance demonstrations.

  Continually advised plant leadership on compliance strategies by monitoring new regulations.

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Environmental Engineer

  Strategically steered critical environmental engineering, health, and safety operations for this leading $18.8-billion manufacturer and seller of tires with 57 plants, 1,500 retail stores worldwide, and 72,000 employees.

  Consistently ensured air, water, wastewater, solid waste, and Right-to-Know (water and landfill) quality compliance with local, state, federal, and international rules and regulations for 14 facilities with 4,000 staff across manufacturing sites (2), research and development sites (3), and corporate facilities (2) in Xxxxxx, as well as supporting additional facilities (7) based in California, Texas, Florida, France, Luxembourg, and Germany.

  Expertly researched and delivered effective alternative Green substitutions and / or solutions, along with resourcefully implementing comprehensive training / development and tracking programs for employee teams.

  Reduced solvent production 33% in 3 years with the goal of Zero Solvent Production.

  Coordinated Earth Day and River Day Cleanup events by boosting community relations.

  Achieved Zero Waste to Landfill within 1 year by eliminating air, water, and ground pollution.

  Eliminated fines and environmental penalties to save hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.

  Applied to Department of Energy for 4 polymer research and development Green initiative grants.

  Improved staff health and saved thousands of dollars in time lost for health issues by minimizing the use of carcinogenic, toxic, flammable, and hazardous materials and increasing audits and equipment inspections.

  Reduced notices of violations 30 50% annually by creating policies, procedures, and processes; developing training programs; conducting onsite and WebEx team meetings; and implementing a team-based approach.

  Led training at facilities, Environmental Health Boot Camps, leadership team meetings, and Web-Ex seminars.

Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist

  Maximized EHS initiatives for this $2.9-billion global provider of power generation systems and products, services, and solutions, including building and sustaining training programs, procedures, strategies, and analyses.

  Improved safety within the workplace by establishing and introducing instant analysis and corrective action procedures (i.e. engineering controls, detailed administrative controls, and personal protective equipment).

  Completed OSHA Outreach Certification, and led training for 10- and 30-hour OSHA 501 classes for 200 employees in groups of 10 to 30 on all shifts with the attainment of trainee ratings of 8 10 on scale of 1 10.

  Achieved zero notices of violations in manufacturing metals.

  Improved reporting and ability to address issues via sustainable corrective actions.

  Initiated a new EHS management system for 200 staff and increased awareness of environmental impact.

Safety & Environmental Compliance Specialist

  Played a vital role in training team members as an Emergency Response Leader tasked with instructing staff in emergency care and crisis intervention to mediate effects of hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods on paint stores.

  Reduced environmental illnesses and injuries and workers compensation claims.

  Led environmental due diligence to save millions of dollars in prevention of poor purchases.

  Developed web-based policies, procedures, and environmental health and safety training programs.

M.S., Environmental, Health & Safety Management University of Findlay

B.S., Natural Resources Development (Environmental Science ￨ Watershed Science Specialization) The Xxxxxx State University

Member, Air & Waste Management Association Northeast Xxxxxx Chapter

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (In Progress) ￨ International Air Transport Association Certification

RCRA Hazardous Waste Certification to Identify, Document, Label, Package, and Segregate Hazardous Waste

OSHA -HAZWOPER (40 Hours ￨ 8-Hour and 24-Hour Refreshers) ￨ 501 Outreach Training (OSHA 10- and 30-Hour Training)

DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Certified to Identify, Document, Label, Package, and Segregate Hazardous Waste