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Benjamin Morgan

Dubuque,IA

Summary

Versatile supervisor and occupational health and safety coordinator with hands-on expertise in manufacturing and production supervision As well as various Safety roles, Environmental Compliance, and Industrial Hygiene testing. Highly engaging team builder supports employee improvement and development in fast-paced, diverse workforce environments. Fantastic critical thinker with great memory and ability to efficiently organize vast amounts of data. Great at performing internal audits, conducting investigative reporting and transcribing information. Established leader with proven ability to improve the workplace environment.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Morrison Brothers
03.2022 - Current
  • Prepare, implement, and regularly review all safety, health, and environmental programs and policies.
    Monitor, interpret, and communicate all federal, state, and local safety, health, and environmental regulations and revisions.
    Create and conduct all safety and environmental training for the company.
    Conduct safety and environmental audits and inspections.
    Conduct job safety analysis, and job hazard assessments.
    Work with facility and shop managers to eliminate ergonomic risks or injuries. Hold monthly ergonomic task force meetings.
    Administer and documentation of all regulatory related inspections, testing, training and audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local recordkeeping obligations.
    I am a member and report monthly to the Morrison Bros. Co. Safety Steering Team Committee.
    Environmental compliance with local state and federal regulations including:
    Tier ll
    Hazardous Waste Disposal
    Minor Source Emissions inventory
    Stormwater Sampling
    Form R or TRI reporting
    NPDES
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.

Manufacturing Associate

Rite Hite
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Learned 3 different job assignments, above expected 1 in first 6 months
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.

Safety & Environmental Coordinator

A.Y. McDonald
09.2017 - 03.2021
  • Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
  • Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
  • Reduced safety incidents by 70% by training and teaching risk management techniques, hazard identification, quality checks and documentation.
  • Identified and eliminated potential safety code deficits and addressed adequacy of fire exits, stairways, aisle spaces and sprinkler systems through annual inspections.
  • Used benchmarks like units built per injury and contract amounts per injury to assess program success.
  • Developed safety training procedures and documented into manuals for distribution to all staff members.
  • Developed safety policies and procedures to be used at medical facilities.
  • Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
  • Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Provided instructions to staffers during fire drills including evacuation routes and proper reporting techniques.
  • Streamlined and directed occupational safety trend and current hazards analyses.
  • Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.

Production Supervisor

A.Y. McDonald
03.2012 - 09.2017
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
  • Monitored materials use to identify concerns and keep costs low.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Supervised work on bestselling, industry-leading products.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Supervised 30+ production workers in machining, assembly, shipping, and receiving departments.
  • Scheduled work assignments and directed work flow for 50+ employees
  • Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.

Supervisor

McGraw-Hill Higher Education
04.1994 - 03.2012
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
  • Created efficient work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
  • Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
  • Measured team performance and reported metrics to leadership team members.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Set and managed schedules to give proper coverage to required areas and meet customer service demands.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Helped foster culture of customer centricity by aligning with product, marketing, operations, finance and executive teams to drive initiatives centered on customer success
  • Responsible for coordinating work for over 100 employees across 2 shifts daily
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands

HSE

Michels Power
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of all required documentation for regulatory audits and inspections related to HSE matters.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of HSE training programs through post-training assessments and feedback from participants.
  • Implemented innovative tools and software solutions to streamline HSE processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Assisted senior HSE officers during the development of internal policies and procedures aimed at promoting a safety-conscious culture within the company.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA
05.1992

Skills

  • Safety and compliance inspections
  • Safety courses
  • OSHA standards and codes
  • Occupational health hazards
  • Occupational safety
  • Risk management
  • Preventative measures
  • Records/files maintenance
  • Investigation tactics
  • Training and Development
  • Priority Management
  • Scheduling
  • Staff Management
  • Inventory oversight
  • Team Building
  • Training and mentoring

Accomplishments

Graduated A.Y. McDonald internal Emerging Leader (year long) program In 2018 and served on future advisory councils to Emerging Leader classes.

Additional Information

Hard working, dedicated, loyal co-worker. Ready to accept any challenges and handle projects. Works great individually or with teams. Calm, level-headed and proven leader.

Timeline

HSE

Michels Power
09.2023 - Current

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Morrison Brothers
03.2022 - Current

Manufacturing Associate

Rite Hite
08.2021 - 02.2022

Safety & Environmental Coordinator

A.Y. McDonald
09.2017 - 03.2021

Production Supervisor

A.Y. McDonald
03.2012 - 09.2017

Supervisor

McGraw-Hill Higher Education
04.1994 - 03.2012

High School Diploma -

St. Ambrose University

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