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ANDRE BATTS
Kingsland,GA
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) leader with 15+ years of progressive leadership experience across global logistics, operational excellence, safety governance, enterprise assurance, and military operations. Proven track record leading multi-site HSE programs, strengthening operational governance, driving risk reduction initiatives, and improving organizational performance within high-tempo operational environments. Currently serving as a Regional HSE Manager supporting multiple operational facilities within Wallenius Wilhelmsen, leading initiatives focused on Safety Management Systems (SMS), Integrated Management Systems (IMS), ISO compliance, operational assurance, audit readiness, corrective action management (CAPA), incident investigation, and enterprise risk mitigation. Experienced partnering with senior leadership, operational stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align safety strategy with business objectives while strengthening governance routines, KPI management, compliance performance, and operational consistency. Recognized for implementing sustainable process improvements, driving accountability, and fostering strong learning-based safety cultures. Brings extensive experience in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 frameworks, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, operational audits, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across logistics, transportation, industrial, and maritime operations. Military veteran with a strong operational leadership background managing personnel, mission-critical operations, and high-risk activities across global environments.
Overview
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Regional Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager
06.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Lead regional HSE governance, operational assurance, and enterprise risk management initiatives across multiple logistics and equipment processing facilities supporting high-volume operational throughput and regional compliance performance.
- Drive implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of Safety Management System (SMS) and Integrated Management System (IMS) processes aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and enterprise operational standards.
- Conduct regional assurance reviews, compliance audits, operational risk assessments, and governance evaluations that improved audit readiness, strengthened compliance consistency, and reduced recurring operational deficiencies across multiple sites.
- Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes by evaluating root causes, tracking corrective actions, validating effectiveness, and ensuring sustainable resolution of operational risks.
- Analyze leading and lagging safety indicators, operational trends, audit findings, and KPI performance data to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives across regional operations.
- Partner directly with operational leaders, regional stakeholders, and corporate leadership to improve governance routines, strengthen risk controls, and align HSE strategy with enterprise priorities.
- Support investigation reviews involving operational incidents, near misses, process failures, and safety events utilizing root cause analysis and learning-focused methodologies.
- Provide coaching and leadership guidance to site management teams regarding governance expectations, regulatory compliance, assurance activities, operational controls, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Assist with customer audits, regulatory engagements, enterprise operational initiatives, and cross-functional improvement projects across regional operations.
- Support development and standardization of regional procedures, operational controls, enterprise requirements, and continuous improvement strategies.
- Promote learning-based safety principles and operational accountability initiatives focused on improving organizational culture and long-term performance.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Regional Process Safety & Quality (PSQ) Manager
01.2024 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Led regional safety, quality, and operational assurance initiatives supporting four high-volume equipment processing operations across the Southeastern Region with responsibility for regional compliance alignment and operational consistency.
- Drove a culture of injury prevention, operational discipline, and continuous improvement through governance routines, operational reviews, and leadership engagement.
- Implemented standardized operational processes and process improvement initiatives that improved consistency, accountability, and compliance performance across multiple facilities.
- Managed regional non-conformity tracking, corrective action coordination, KPI reporting, audit readiness, and operational governance activities.
- Conducted operational audits, assurance reviews, field observations, and compliance evaluations to strengthen process effectiveness and reduce operational risk.
- Oversaw process documentation governance including SOP management, process control verification, and operational standardization initiatives.
- Facilitated root cause investigations, operational reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing recurring operational and safety issues.
- Supported enterprise operational excellence initiatives through analysis of incident trends, audit findings, operational performance metrics, and risk indicators.
- Conducted safety, compliance, and operational training programs across multiple facilities to improve workforce engagement and operational performance.
- Partnered cross-functionally with operations leadership, site teams, and regional stakeholders to improve governance alignment and operational execution.
Metson
Regional Logistics Manager
01.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Coordinated procurement and logistics activities across multiple government sites while ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.
- Developed and standardized operational processes that improved efficiency and consistency across regional operations.
- Conducted supplier evaluations, operational reviews, and contract negotiations supporting cost reduction and quality assurance objectives.
- Managed cross-functional stakeholder relationships and implemented operational strategies aligned with business and compliance goals.
- Led inventory management and audit activities to improve operational accountability and reduce discrepancies.
- Provided leadership coaching and training regarding operational procedures, compliance standards, and process improvements.
Coastal Construction
Operations Manager / Safety Coordinator
01.2023 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Established and enforced safety protocols that significantly reduced workplace incidents and improved operational compliance.
- Led operational improvement initiatives that enhanced warehouse productivity, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented employee training programs focused on safety, process consistency, and operational performance.
- Utilized data analysis and process improvement methodologies to optimize workflows and improve operational outcomes.
Wayfair
Operations Manager
01.2019 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Led launch operations for a 1.5 million square foot logistics facility supporting large-scale fulfillment operations with oversight of 400+ associates and multiple operational leaders.
- Directed teams of supervisors and associates while driving operational efficiency, safety performance, and customer service metrics.
- Established process improvement initiatives that improved productivity, operational consistency, and performance outcomes.
- Built strong partnerships with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support operational objectives.
Amazon
Operations Manager
01.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Led daily operations within a high-volume fulfillment environment supporting more than 150 associates, four Area Managers, and multiple operational departments.
- Supported OSHA compliance, operational safety initiatives, and risk reduction programs while maintaining focus on associate engagement, incident prevention, and operational accountability.
- Conducted operational reviews, process audits, and performance evaluations to improve productivity, quality, workflow efficiency, and labor utilization.
- Managed labor planning, staffing allocation, workflow balancing, and operational execution to support throughput demands and customer delivery expectations.
- Utilized KPI reporting, operational metrics, and trend analysis to identify performance gaps, improve operational consistency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partnered cross-functionally with Safety, Human Resources, Learning, Quality, Engineering, and Senior Operations leadership to support operational performance and site-wide initiatives.
- Led root cause investigations related to operational disruptions, quality issues, associate concerns, and process inefficiencies while implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Drove process improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies and standard work principles to improve workflow efficiency, operational consistency, and workforce performance.
- Developed and coached operational leaders and frontline associates on safety expectations, process execution, accountability standards, and leadership development.
- Supported audit readiness activities, policy compliance initiatives, and operational governance expectations within a fast-paced and metrics-driven environment.
- Managed performance accountability processes, operational escalations, and shift execution while maintaining alignment with enterprise operational standards.
Amazon
Operations Manager
01.2018 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Managed large-scale fulfillment and logistics operations supporting high-volume operational throughput and customer delivery performance.
- Coordinated logistics planning, transportation activities, workforce management, and operational execution across multiple operational functions.
- Analyzed operational metrics, labor utilization, productivity trends, and quality performance indicators to improve efficiency and operational consistency.
- Supported operational governance, compliance expectations, and process standardization initiatives within a highly structured and performance-driven environment.
- Partnered with cross-functional operational teams to resolve process gaps, improve workflow execution, and strengthen operational performance.
- Assisted with implementation of continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety performance, operational discipline, and customer satisfaction.
United States Navy
Operations Manager / Assistant Safety Officer
01.1998 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Served in senior operational leadership roles supporting global maritime operations, mission planning, training management, and operational execution while managing teams of up to 70 personnel across multiple divisions.
- Managed personnel, safety oversight, operational risk management, and strategic planning activities across multiple divisions.
- Supervised over 500 high-risk operational assignments with zero mishap performance while supporting mission-critical maritime operations.
- Directed cargo handling, rigging operations, fueling operations, and maritime safety compliance activities.
- Functioned as Assistant Safety Officer ensuring compliance with OSHA and maritime safety standards.
- Led training programs, succession planning initiatives, and operational readiness activities supporting mission success.
Education
Thomas Edison State UniversityTrenton, NJ
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Liberal Studies
03-2018
Coastline Community CollegeFountain Valley, CA
Associate of Arts (A.A.) from Business Administration
08-2012
Skills
- Safety Management Systems (SMS)
- Integrated Management Systems (IMS)
- ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001
- Governance & Assurance
- CAPA Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Operational Excellence
- Lean Six Sigma Methodologies
- Root Cause Analysis
- Audit & Assurance Programs
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- KPI & Data Analytics
- Process Improvement
- Incident Investigation
- Leadership Development
- Enterprise Risk Alignment
- Safety Culture Development
- Training & Coaching
- Continuous Improvement
- Microsoft Office 365
- SharePoint
- SQL
- Adobe Acrobat
- Operational Reporting Systems
- Audit & Compliance Systems
- Incident Reporting Platforms
- Windows & Mac Operating Systems
Websites
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a cross-functional HSE leadership team of three regional managers and a national safety manager to develop and implement enterprise-wide safety initiatives and compliance strategies.
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB)
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (LSSYB)
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt (LSSWB)
- OSHA 30 – General Industry
- OSHA 10 – Construction Industry
- U.S. Department of Labor Journeyman Rigger
- U.S. Navy Quality Assurance Inspector
- U.S. Navy Quality Insurance Inspector (Deck Coatings)
- U.S. Navy Master Training Specialist
- U.S. Navy Safety Technician
- Navy Class “A” CDL with Endorsements (Triples, Doubles, Tanker)
Timeline
Regional Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
06.2025 - Current
Regional Process Safety & Quality (PSQ) Manager
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
01.2024 - 06.2025
Regional Logistics Manager
Metson
01.2023 - 01.2024
Operations Manager / Safety Coordinator
Coastal Construction
01.2023 - 01.2023
Operations Manager
Wayfair
01.2019 - 01.2023
Operations Manager
Amazon
01.2018 - 01.2019
Operations Manager
Amazon
01.2018 - 01.2018
Operations Manager / Assistant Safety Officer
United States Navy
01.1998 - 01.2018
Thomas Edison State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Liberal Studies
Coastline Community College
Associate of Arts (A.A.) from Business Administration
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$93000/yr - $200000/yrADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Extensive experience supporting regional and enterprise operations within global logistics, transportation, industrial, and maritime environments.
- Strong background in operational governance, enterprise assurance, audit management, CAPA oversight, and risk-based decision making.
- Experienced supporting implementation and continuous improvement of ISO-aligned management systems and operational control frameworks.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving operational leadership, compliance teams, engineering, and corporate stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and systems-thinking capabilities with experience leveraging KPI data, operational metrics, and audit findings to drive strategic improvements.
- Experienced in developing operational standards, governance routines, training initiatives, and sustainable process improvement strategies.
- Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to influence operational leaders, coach site teams, and build accountability across diverse organizations.
- Comfortable operating within matrixed, fast-paced, and global operational environments requiring collaboration across multiple business functions.
- Willing and able to travel regularly in support of enterprise operational and safety initiatives.
Awards
Awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for operational leadership and mission execution.
Recipient of multiple Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals for performance, safety, and team leadership.