Aimee Maher
Boise,ID
Summary
Safety Leader with a strong track record in creating and implementing strategic programs that align with organizational goals. Expertise in guiding teams through transitions while maintaining focus on safety and compliance. Recognized for innovative strategies that significantly reduce accidents and enhance regulatory adherence. Extensive experience in leveraging technology to support enterprise-wide safety initiatives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Operations
Easton Adjustment
Boise , ID
09.2023 - Current
- Formulated and executed comprehensive marketing strategy enhancing brand recognition and boosting claim throughput by 80% in first year.
- Transform and launch web platform to cut costs, boost customer engagement, and streamline operational processes.
- Optimized claim practice workflow to improve efficiency, eradicate redundancies, raising case load by 16% within first year.
- Launch 5 new adjuster trailing programs resulting in 15% enhancement in claim handling performance standards.
- Guarantee compliance with industry regulations and company policies throughout operations by optimizing national total loss ratios and guidelines for Claim Adjuster's Reference-Kit.
Sr. Corporate Director, Occupational Safety
Albertsons Companies
Boise, ID
01.2017 - 09.2023
- Managed enterprise occupational safety protocols and compliance practices for 270,000 employees.
- Implemented safety and regulatory compliance metrics for 2,200 supermarkets and 23 distribution centers using measurement tool for executive scorecard.
- Managed a $2M annual budget and resource allocation for corporate projects and programs.
- Attained a 5% reduction in workers' compensation and a 3% decrease in General Liability frequency in 2022.
- Formulated and executed enterprise reporting mechanisms for OSHA activities, citations, and settlements to enhance executive level visibility.
- Unify executive management around strategic goals and involve site leaders in annual goal-setting process.
- Spearhead enterprise chargeback program alongside risk management finance and financial planning teams.
- Strategized a safety and compliance strategy for emerging eCommerce micro-fulfillment centers.
Director Corporate Safety, Distribution
Albertsons Companies
Boise, ID
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed safety and regulatory compliance across 26 distribution centers within the business supply chain throughout the contiguous United States.
- Deliver expertise and oversight on safe work practices alongside OSHA compliance initiatives to 23 Risk Control Managers throughout supply chain
- Secured 30% decrease in workers' compensation frequency within eight months via targeted Kaizen event engaging corporate and facility leadership, front line operation team, and claim adjusters
- Partner with cross-functional teams to execute ergonomic initiatives, realizing 1% decrease in musculoskeletal disorder injuries.
- Responsible for safety programs in a medical and drug distribution facility regulated by the FDA and DEA.
Division Safety Manager
Albertsons Companies
Denver and Phoenix, Colorado and Arizona
01.2004 - 01.2015
- Directed safety programs and practices for 108 retail locations across 5 states.
- Leveraged partnerships across all levels of store and division management to integrate risk assessment and safety practices into the business model.
- Achieved annual average reduction in accident frequency by 2.3% over 11 years.
- Executed 12 informal conference negotiations with OSHA, resulting in a 50% decrease in classification and fines for all but one negotiation.
- Directed oversight and management of claim and accident rate reporting for Albertsons LLC (2007-2013).
District Safety Manager
The Home Depot
Denver , CO
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Directed execution of continuous oversight for safety programs across 13+ retail locations, emphasizing reduction in accident frequency for employee and customer claims.
- Received Gold Star award in 2006 for notable 6% decrease in accident frequency, recognized as top achievement in Western Division.
- Identified educational and training opportunities for associates and managers at all levels. Facilitated the development of safety training programs to enhance compliance and awareness.
- Oversaw environmental and regulatory compliance, encompassing hazardous materials programs.
Education
Licensed Independent Adjuster
State Of IdahoCertificate- Handling of Hazardous Materials-DOT
Certificate- Advanced Retail Safety
National Safety CounsilCertificate- Principals of Occupational Safety
National Safety CouncilCertificate- OSHA 10 Hour
National Safety CouncilSkills
- Enterprise-level strategy and execution of programs
- Automation safety compliance
- Transportation of hazardous materials - DOT
- Leadership and executive communication
- Artificial intelligence deployment
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Budget oversight
- Developing and fostering relationships
- Enterprise performance tracking
- Vendor sourcing and contracting
- Insurance underwriting presentations
- Lean and 5S practices
Accomplishments
Nominated- Top Women in Grocery 2019
Timeline
Director, Operations
Easton Adjustment
09.2023 - Current
Sr. Corporate Director, Occupational Safety
Albertsons Companies
01.2017 - 09.2023
Director Corporate Safety, Distribution
Albertsons Companies
01.2015 - 01.2017
Division Safety Manager
Albertsons Companies
01.2004 - 01.2015
District Safety Manager
The Home Depot
01.1999 - 01.2004
Licensed Independent Adjuster
Certificate- Handling of Hazardous Materials-DOT
Certificate- Advanced Retail Safety
Certificate- Principals of Occupational Safety
Certificate- OSHA 10 Hour