Annette Kemp
Aurora
Summary
Results-orientated professional with 9+ years of experience in Chemical storage, project management, Transportation, Load analysis, Cargo handling, Lab packing, RCRA, DOT, EPA, OSHA compliance, Warehouse management, semiconductor manufacturing, Hazardous characterization of chemicals, Remediation, Safety compliance, PPE knowledge. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the hazardous materials and waste specialist role in your company.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager I
Patriot Environmental Services
01.2025 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
- Develop work plans and coordinate the allocation of manpower, equipment and other resources needed.
- Perform job walks to ensure safety protocols are in place and being followed, provide training to field employees and monitor the progress and quality of work.
- Plan proactive approaches to overcome challenges or issues that could arise throughout a project or emergency response action.
- Diagnose and solve issues quickly and efficiently.
- Communicate with Operations Manager, and customer to ensure contractual obligations are met to complete requested services, project progression status and ensure that change orders are completed/communicated/approved and executed before any additional work is performed.
- Ensure the execution of the project within the budgeted constraints and completed on time.
- Manage employee performance through guidance, training and discipline if necessary. Provide input to general management regarding the performance of field employees.
- Manage safety performance and reporting of work-related accidents and incidents in a timely manner consistent with company policy.
- Develop relationships with customer contacts onsite and provide additional service capabilities as needed.
- Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on uncontrolled standby.
HAZMART MAnager
Chenega Reliable Sources
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Ensures all HM is properly tracked in the Enterprise Environmental, Safety & Occupational Health-Management Information System (EESOH-MIS) with proper data entry and material is labeled with appropriate material control barcodes/labels. • Direct activities related to the receipt and issue of HM from the LRS Supply warehouse and other procurement resources, as well as excess serviceable material from various sources for the Free Issue program. • Provide EESOH-MIS functions for LRS HAZMART support. • Ensure issuing of HM, as directed by customer request, is performed in an expeditious manner. • Validate authorizations prior to issuing hazardous materials. • Maintain compliance with all USAF, federal, state, and local hazardous material and hazardous waste regulations related to operation of the HAZMART along with logistics requirements. • Ensure accurate locating and segregating of incompatibles. • Manage inventories of assigned warehouse storage by validating inventory accuracy. • Conduct warehouse hazardous material assessment to ensure compliance. • Receive empty HM containers or tracking labels from customers and properly disposes of containers and closing out tracking labels after paperwork is processed. • Ensure maintenance of a clean and neat warehouse at all times. • Manage and monitor the shelf-life of HM and extends as required in accordance with (IAW) current directives. • Manage expired or unserviceable hazardous materials to ensure they are properly removed from inventory and turned in as waste. • Conduct hazardous material shop assessments to ensure program compliance. • Assist in obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) information. • Assist customers with the hazmat authorization process. • Promote pollution prevention initiatives. • Create and provide Monthly and Quarterly Status Reports
Clean Pak Chemist
Clean Harbors
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Inspect storage area and drums for leaks or spills
- Inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations
- Collects, segregates, and properly packages waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance
- Responsible for final preparation and approval of all projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company policies
- Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Federal, State, and local regulations and health and safety plans
- Understand customer specific disposal restrictions/special packaging requirements
- Sample and profile of new waste streams or any waste needing analytical testing
- Ensures drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance with our company's policies and procedure
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U
- S
- DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Maintain hazardous waste accumulation.
Project Manager/Client Manager
SGS
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Main point of contact/client services representative for dedicated list of clients with lower complexities and/or annual analytical spend
- Aids client with all aspects of project setup, including the initial quote, supply order, sample receipt, data reporting, and invoicing
- Fosters collaborative relationships with client, laboratory operations, and sales team to support long term, successful relationships between all parties
- Staff meetings and client meetings are critical to relay information about past, current, and upcoming projects
- Acts as client liaison to laboratory to ensure all aspects of project reconduct in best interest of client and laboratory operations to meet turnaround time (TAT) deadline
- Monitors project status and provides regular updates through initiative-taking communication to client, lab operations, and sales team related to project status
- Effective and efficient communication is key between all areas of laboratory and client
- Knowledge of environmental regulations is helpful, including: NPDES
- Documents and executes client requests including bottle orders, tracking samples, LIMS login, change orders
- Reviews project data and invoicing for accuracy and completeness before sending final reports to client
Freight Driver
Denver, CO Thomas T Express
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained friendly and courteous demeanor with customers
- Confirmed product routes
- Retrieved and maintained vehicle parts
- Made deliveries for Amazon Freight
- Perfect attendance record
- Completed all necessary paperwork, including confidential logs.
Environmental Specialist, Driver/Office Assistant
ANCON MARINE
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed daily preventative maintenance and repairs
- Loaded and unloaded Hazardous Wastes
- Class A CDL license, complete DVIR reports
- Build profiles for hazardous wastes, prepare manifest, hazardous labels and material requests for drivers
- Direct contact with waste facilities
- Efficient in Word, Excel, and Power Point
- Emergency Response, Lab Packing, Labels and organizes containers in compliance with all regulations
- Vacuum/tanker truck, Roll Off trucks
- Inspects hazardous waste storage areas and documentation for clients.
Highway Operation Worker
Colorado Department of Transportation
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Ensured that snow, ice, and other debris cleared from highways
- Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety
- Repaired roadway signs, fences, and other structures to promote safety for drivers
- Regularly graded and cleaned various road and highway structures, including shoulders, slopes, and drainage ditches
- Assisted with roadway projects, road erosion repair and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns
- Hauled various materials including gravel, dirt, fill, and boulders to and from construction sites
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Environmental Specialist
Act Enviro
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Drive a Class A truck, Class B truck
- Processes and consolidated various chemicals including biohazardous materials
- Safely transports hazardous materials and chemicals
- Labels and organizes containers in compliance with all regulations
- Inspects hazardous waste storage areas and documentation for clients
- As requested, Responds to emergency situations when called upon
- Assists with shipping hazardous waste including biological waste
- Attends and maintains all required training necessary to perform job
- Performs safe work practices involving chemicals, radiological, and bioactive agents.
Highway Operation Worker
New Mexico Department of Transportation
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Ensured that snow, ice, and other debris cleared from highway
- Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety
- Repaired roadway signs, fences, and other structures to promote safety for drivers
- Regularly graded and cleaned various road and highway structures, including shoulders, slopes, and drainage ditches
- Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns
- Hauled various materials including gravel, dirt, fill, and boulders to and from construction sites
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Front Desk Supervisor
Community Dental Center
02.2015 - 04.2018
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work
- Arranged documents for insurance claims
- Verified, updated, and entered patient information into system
- Collected payments from patients and arranged payment schedules
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation
- Answered and managed incoming calls and emails
- Maintained expert calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities
- Demonstrated proficiency in telephone, e-mail, fax, and front-desk reception within a high-volume environment
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using varies software programs
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Driver
FedEx Home Delivery
10.2014 - 04.2015
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently to meet demanding route targets
- Maintained optimal safety by adapting driving to match current traffic conditions and applying defensive strategies to avoid accidents
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients and families to deliver outstanding customer service
- Checked vehicle after each shift for any damage and made sure it professionally cleaned and maintained
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition
- Verified contents of inventory loads against shipping papers to determine any discrepancies.
Driver
Conway Truckload
10.2012 - 06.2014
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime to maximize revenue
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist
- Conducted preventative maintenance, checking gauges, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs
- Managed accurate record keeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments, and updating logs
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas, and maintaining vehicle control
- Inspected, serviced, and maintained equipment daily to achieve long-lasting performance
- Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence
- Ran tractor-trailer combination in all types of environments, including all weather conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Phoenix
01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Studies
Carrington College
01.2017
Skills
- Workforce Management
- Performance Management
- Contract Management
- Business Development
- Staff Development
- Policy Implementation
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- HAZWOPER
- HAZARDOUS COMMUNICATIONS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT I, II, III
Timeline
Project Manager I
Patriot Environmental Services
01.2025 - Current
HAZMART MAnager
Chenega Reliable Sources
01.2024 - 01.2025
Clean Pak Chemist
Clean Harbors
01.2023 - 09.2023
Project Manager/Client Manager
SGS
06.2022 - 01.2023
Environmental Specialist, Driver/Office Assistant
ANCON MARINE
04.2022 - 05.2022
Freight Driver
Denver, CO Thomas T Express
08.2021 - 07.2022
Highway Operation Worker
Colorado Department of Transportation
05.2020 - 04.2021
Environmental Specialist
Act Enviro
04.2018 - 05.2020
Highway Operation Worker
New Mexico Department of Transportation
04.2018 - 08.2019
Front Desk Supervisor
Community Dental Center
02.2015 - 04.2018
Driver
FedEx Home Delivery
10.2014 - 04.2015
Driver
Conway Truckload
10.2012 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Health Studies
Carrington College
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Phoenix
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