Benjamin Brink
Woodbury,TN
Summary
Accomplished Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with a proven track record at General Mills, enhancing workplace safety and reducing environmental impact through strategic waste management and risk assessment. Skilled in hazard identification and fostering teamwork, I've successfully implemented safety programs, leading to significant improvements in operational standards and employee morale.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
General Mills
06.2021 - Current
- Reviewed contractor safety performance metrics regularly, ensuring adherence to established health and safety standards throughout project durations.
- Assisted in the development of new policies aimed at promoting environmentally friendly operations across company facilities.
- Developed key performance indicators for environmental health and safety initiatives, allowing for accurate tracking, measurement, and refinement of ongoing efforts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement risk reduction measures, minimizing potential environmental incidents.
- Conducted regular audits of environmental health and safety procedures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, effectively mitigating the impact of on-site accidents or incidents.
- Reduced environmental impact by implementing sustainable waste management practices and recycling initiatives.
- Managed hazardous materials inventories in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, reducing disposal costs substantially.
- Participated in industry conferences and seminars as a subject matter expert in order to stay current on best practices within the field.
- Investigated occupational injuries or illnesses promptly, determining root causes and providing recommendations for future prevention strategies.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Championed a culture of safety within the organization, resulting in reduced lost time incidents and improved employee morale.
Production Operations
General Mills
03.2012 - 06.2021
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring timely delivery of materials for uninterrupted production operations.
- Aligned production operations to meet higher standards and maximize returns.
- Maintained and controlled inventory levels, providing thoughtful monitoring and oversight of production operations.
- Worked closely with quality assurance teams to maintain high standards throughout all stages of production operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eagleville High School
Eagleville, TN06.2004
Skills
- Hazard Identification
- Safety Training
- Waste Management
- Workplace inspections
- Incident Reporting
- Occupational health
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Ergonomics Evaluation
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Electrical Safety
- Confined Space Entry
- Accident investigation
- Noise control
- Industrial hygiene
- Hazardous Materials Management
- Machine guarding
- Safety audits
- Chemical Handling
- First Aid Training
- Risk Assessment
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety program development
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Emergency response plans
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Reliability
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professional Demeanor
Accomplishments
I am a First Responder Trainer at General Mills with 90 trained 1st Responders across 3 shifts and 2 buildings. I also run the emergency response program.
Certification
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
Timeline
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
General Mills
06.2021 - Current
Production Operations
General Mills
03.2012 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Eagleville High School
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