Armando Ramirez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Articulate Safety Manager with 12-year track record of developing and implementing successful safety programs. Experienced in cultivating safe and positive work environments to reduce risk, increase morale, and promote overall commitment to safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
Haztek Safety Management
01.2020 - Current
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Performed Confined Space assessments and signed off on entry permits
- Attended safety supervisor meetings and pre-job briefings
- Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, facilitating collaborative efforts to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
Safety Manager
PPD&C LLC
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Developed and implemented over 17 safety programs for IS Networld compliance
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect
- Addressed non-compliance issues and employees with Construction Manager and suggested remediation
- Led cross-functional teams in safety drills, improving preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
- Monitored compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, ensuring company met all legal requirements.
Safety Coordinator
Voestalpine Texas LLC
02.2016 - 06.2019
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action
- Recommended changes to company culture in order to improve safety and meet changing demands
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues
- Performed regular safety hazard assessments to reduce risks and promote positive behaviors at all levels
- Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards
- Provided OSHA 10 classes to all new hires
- Conducted post accident and random drug tests for all personnel
- Provided emergency response services as a member of emergency response team
- 18 months of my time at Voestalpine was during the construction phase and rolled into the production phase
Safety Supervisor
DHW Well Services
11.2013 - 02.2016
- Monitored and managed team of safety specialists to ensure that associates followed safety protocol
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Ensured safe operations regarding environmental hazards and risks
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues
- Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings
- Work was performed on both construction sites and production facilities
Education
Certified Safety Health Official - undefined
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
Mesquite, TX2019
Certification -
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXCertification - Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- IS Networld
- Regulatory Compliance
- Emergency Response Team
- Safety audits
- Project Management
- OSHA standards and codes
- Breath And Alcohol Technician (on site drug testing)
- Safety hazards analysis
- Incident investigation
- PEC Safeland
- OSHA 30 Construction
- OSHA 501
- OSHA 510
- OSHA 511
- CPR/AED/FIRST AID
- Nuclear Safety
Timeline
Safety Manager
Haztek Safety Management
01.2020 - Current
Safety Manager
PPD&C LLC
06.2019 - 09.2020
Safety Coordinator
Voestalpine Texas LLC
02.2016 - 06.2019
Safety Supervisor
DHW Well Services
11.2013 - 02.2016
Certified Safety Health Official - undefined
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
Certification -
The University of Texas At Arlington
Certification - Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Del Mar College
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