Angela Ramey
Fredonia,Kansas
Summary
Dynamic Safety Specialist with a proven track record at Cobalt Boats LLC, enhancing workplace safety through effective training and rigorous audits. Skilled in hazard identification and accident investigation, I foster a culture of accountability while mentoring teams. Committed to OSHA compliance, I drive strategic safety improvements that significantly reduce risks and promote a proactive safety culture.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Cobalt Boats LLC
08.1986 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff, enhancing compliance with industry regulations.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions to improve workplace safety.
- Collaborated with teams to design and enforce safety policies, fostering a culture of accountability and awareness.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, driving strategic changes in safety protocols and procedures.
- Mentored junior staff in safety procedures, ensuring consistent application of standards throughout the organization.
- Coordinated emergency response drills, improving preparedness and response times for potential workplace incidents.
- Evaluated new equipment purchases for compliance with safety standards, contributing to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
- Increased employee awareness of safety protocols by creating engaging educational materials and presentations.
- Managed relationships with external vendors supplying PPE or other safety-related products or services, negotiating contracts for maximum cost efficiency without sacrificing quality standards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Developed and executed safety awareness campaigns, promoting a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation among employees at all levels of the organization.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Assisted in obtaining necessary permits for hazardous materials storage and disposal, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
Quality Control Inspector
Cobalt Boats
08.1986 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues in real-time.
- Implemented corrective actions based on inspection findings to enhance product reliability.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control procedures and safety protocols.
- Utilized precision measuring instruments to assess product dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Played an integral role in achieving company-wide safety goals by diligently enforcing proper handling practices during all stages of the inspection process.
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming products to identify areas for improvement and prevent future issues.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
Education
GED -
Independence Community College
Independence, KSSkills
- Hazard identification
- Workplace inspections
- Audit procedures
- Safe chemical handling
- Accident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Electrical safety
- Hazards management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety auditing
- Occupational health
- Industrial hygiene
- Safety training
- Training courses
- Machine guarding
- Personal protective equipment
- Chemical handling
- Permit-to-work systems
- Noise control
- Training leadership
- Respiratory protection
- Fall protection
- OSHA compliance
- Investigations
- Occupational health hazards
- Occupational safety
- Safety policies
- OSHA standards and codes
- Protective equipment
- Safety courses
- Incident investigation
- Regulatory compliance
- Workplace safety
- Training and mentoring
- Bloodborne pathogen analysis
- Public health
- Team building
- Fire and safety guidance
- Hazardous waste management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Safety audits
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Achieved STOP for Supervision by completing the Dupont safety training program with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Specialist in Safety and Health by completing Safety and Health in the General Industry with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- CSP - Certified Safety Professional
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
- OSHA 511, OSHA Standards for General Industry Training- October 2020.
- OSHA 7505 Intro to Incident Investigation, Barton Community College, July 2021
- DOT HazMat Employee Training Course 1205, Safety Compliance Management Inc. August 2021.
- RCRA Hazardous Waste Management, ISI Environmental, August 2021.
- RCRA Refresher-8Hrs., ISI Environmental, August 2022.
- OSHA 3115 Fall Protection, Barton Community College, May 2023.
- OSHA Electrical Standards, Barton Community College, July 2023.
- OSHA 521 Guide to Industrial Hygiene, Barton Community College, August 2023.
- OSHA 7500 Introduction to Safety and Health Management, Barton Community College, September 2023.
- OSHA 2225 Respiratory Protection, Barton Community College, September 2023.
- OSHA Safety Specialist in Health and Safety, Barton Community College, August 2023.
- AEROMET Certified in Visual Opacity Readings, AeroMet Engineering, Inc. August 2024.
- HEARTSAVER First Aid, CPR, AED certified, Heartsaver, April 2024.
- OSHA 10 General Industry Outreach Training Course, UL, August 2023.
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Cobalt Boats LLC
08.1986 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Cobalt Boats
08.1986 - Current
GED -
Independence Community College
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