• Over 10 years of leadership and hands on production experience in fast-paced warehouses.
• Continually recognized for achieving and surpassing existing production goals while maintaining quality assurance and adhering to company regulations.
• In depth understanding of the importance of enforcing and adhering to safety regulations; regarded for the ability to minimize risk and incidents.
• Experienced and certified in operating various types of power industrial equipment (PIE) including forklifts and man-lifts.
• Completed extensive training in Leadership Essentials, Confined Space Rescue, Rope Rescue, HAZMAT, Incident Command and Firemanship.

Occidental Chemical Corporation (Indspec) Petrolia Plant, Petrolia, PA 2008-Present

Shift Supervisor (2014-Present)

• Received multiple merit based promotions due to strong quality control and leadership skills.
• Streamline process improvement initiatives, resulting in increased efficiency throughout daily operations.
• Closely monitor employee performance; develop action plans as necessary to promote growth.
• Associated responsibilities include payroll processing, generating detailed reports and issuing work orders to ensure timely resolution of problems.
• Perform shut down / start up tasks as necessary; thoroughly inspect equipment and tanks to minimize incidents or failure.
• Serve as Incident Commander in the event of an emergency; utilize strong knowledge of emergency operating procedures.

Hill Plant Operator (2013-2014)

• Maintained quality control and safety throughout production of chemical batches, transportation of hazardous materials and operation of scrubber system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the use of Resorcinol, Formaldehyde, Styrene, Caustic and Solox.

Flaker Operator (2010-2013)

• Successfully maintained compliance to company procedures while promoting safety throughout daily operations.
• Served as member of Emergency Response Team; enhanced existing knowledge through completion of continuing education courses.
• Utilized strong industry knowledge to troubleshoot issues, significantly increase efficiency and conduct in depth training for new team members.
• Facilitated packaging projects and implementation of new bagging system.

Fusion Floor Operator (2008-2010)

• Successfully trained junior employees on proper processes, adhering to regulations and implementing safety techniques.

H. Jack Buzard Funeral Homes, Inc., Eau Claire, PA; Funeral Director 2003-2008

J.W. Yeager, Industrial Construction, Valencia, PA; Laborer/Welder/Maintenance 2004-2007

Bachelor Degree in Funeral Directing, Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, Pittsburgh, PA; 2004

Computer Information Systems Coursework Completed, Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Clarion, PA

Oxy Emergency Response Team

CPR/First Responder

PVERO Member

Volunteer Firefighter, Eau Claire Volunteer Fire Department; 2002-2008 & 2016- Present