CHAD R. OUELLETTE
MENIFEE,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a comprehensive background in environmental safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Adept at ensuring OSHA and MSHA standards are met through meticulous inspections and a commitment to excellence. Skilled in employing Sologic root cause analysis to identify and address underlying issues. Specialized in SWPPP plans, hazardous tank inspections, and underground storage, ensuring strict adherence to environmental protocols. Proactively collaborates with local agencies for emergency preparedness and inspections, demonstrating a commitment to community safety. Known for driving a culture of safety and continuous improvement. I bring expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes to ensure the highest standards of environmental and occupational health and safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
Sully Miller Contracting
05.2023 - Current
- Safety Management: Proven track record as Safety Manager in construction
industry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and implementing effective safety
protocols. - Root Cause Analysis: Proficient in utilizing Sologic software to conduct detailed root cause
analysis, identifying and addressing underlying factors contributing to incidents for
proactive risk mitigation. - Leading Indicator Tracking: Adept at tracking leading indicators to evaluate and improve
employee performance in safety, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and
injury prevention. - Regulatory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and standards,
ensuring construction company's operations align with industry best practices and
legal requirements. - Incident Investigation: Skilled in leading and overseeing incident investigations, applying
a systematic approach to identify root causes and implementing corrective actions. - Training and Development: Experience in developing and delivering safety training
programs, empowering employees with knowledge and skills necessary for safe work environment.
Assistant Plant Manager
Martin Marietta
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Strategic Leadership: Provided clear direction and leadership to employees and managers across all levels, fostering a cohesive and safety-conscious work environment.
- Comprehensive Operations Oversight: Took responsibility for all aspects of operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Fleet Management: Collaborated with fleet team to schedule mobile equipment Preventive Maintenance (PM) services, successfully reducing downtime and optimizing operational efficiency.
- Facility Inspections: Conducted thorough inspections of facilities to ensure strict adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines, maintaining a secure work environment.
- Safety Audits and Investigations: Led safety audits and investigated plant quality issues, demonstrating a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential safety concerns.
- Regulatory Compliance: Checked written Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and permits for adherence to regulations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Occupational Safety Direction: Streamlined and directed occupational safety trend analyses, effectively identifying and addressing current hazards for enhanced workplace safety.
Plant Operations Supervisor
Vulcan Materials
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Strategic Plant Management: Directed and planned plant operations, focusing on optimizing daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Continuous Improvement: Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement, making data-driven decisions to enhance overall efficiency and productivity.
- Strategic Decision-Making: Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that significantly influenced direction of business, contributing to long-term success.
- Data-Driven Optimization: Tracked comprehensive production data, assessed areas for improvement, and optimized processes to maximize efficiency and meet performance targets.
- Operational Efficiency Strategies: Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Team Leadership: Oversaw, coached, and evaluated a team of 40 hourly employees, providing leadership and guidance to maintain high standards of performance.
- Production Oversight: Supervised ongoing daily production phases, monitoring daily and weekly key performance indicators to ensure on-track status.
- Financial Management: Collaborated with senior management to build and manage budgets, conducting month-end financial analysis with key performance indicators and explanations for successes and failures.
- Cost Management: Tracked drilling and blasting costs, maintaining lowest cost to maximize bottom-line profit.
- Fleet and Equipment Management: Managed mobile maintenance/fleet team to uphold company gold standards for on-road and off-road equipment, ensuring operational reliability.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations, supervising site investigations, reporting issues, and escalating those requiring further assistance.
Plant Supervisor
Vulcan Materials Company
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Operational Assessment: Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement to enhance overall efficiency.
- Organizational Systems Implementation: Implemented organizational systems to maximize plant efficiency, contributing to streamlined processes and improved productivity.
- Safety Monitoring: Monitored safety practices, making changes or recommendations to ensure a secure work environment and compliance with safety standards.
- SHE Inspections: Conducted monthly Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) inspections with plant personnel, emphasizing proactive approach to safety management.
- Training and Development: Participated in yearly environmental and hazardous waste training, staying informed on industry regulations and best practices.
- Logistics Management: Scheduled deliveries, employee shifts, and equipment maintenance, optimizing logistics to support seamless plant operations.
- Employee Coaching: Coached employees on company standards and efficiency, fostering a culture of excellence and adherence to organizational goals.
- Supervision of Daily Functions: Supervised day-to-day functions of plant operations, ensuring smooth operations and meeting production targets.
- Staff Management: Managed staff hiring, training, and supervision, contributing to a skilled and motivated workforce.
- Strategic Collaboration: Worked closely with asphalt plant onsite to ensure provision of quality material, fostering collaboration for shared success.
- Budget Forecasting: Collaborated with asphalt plant to forecast monthly budgets and aggregate supply needs, aligning operational plans with financial objectives.
Divisional Plant Foreman
Vulcan Materials Company
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Problem Resolution: Successfully resolved production problems, driving operational improvements that resulted in significant cost savings and improved profit margins.
- Exceptional Plant Support: Provided exceptional support to the plant, contributing to a positive and efficient working environment.
- Operational Cost Savings: Drove operational improvements leading to substantial savings and improved profit margins, showcasing a commitment to cost-effective solutions.
- Team Communication: Developed effective team communications and information for safety meetings, fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration.
- Punctuality and Attendance: Devoted special emphasis to punctuality, maintaining an outstanding attendance record by consistently arriving ready to start immediately.
- Contribution to Team Results: Contributed to team results in fast-paced mining environments, demonstrating adaptability and effectiveness in dynamic work settings.
- Conflict Resolution: Successfully resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties, showcasing strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Plant Operator
Vulcan Materials Company
04.2015 - 03.2018
- Equipment Maintenance: Adjusted and maintained plant equipment to ensure safety and optimal performance, contributing to the overall reliability of operations.
- Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Handled both preventive and corrective maintenance tasks, ensuring proper equipment safety and functionality to minimize downtime.
- Quality Assurance: Personally responsible for ensuring that the product met specifications for customers, emphasizing a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Procedure Evaluation: Evaluated procedures and results for accuracy, determining appropriate next steps to enhance efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
- Safety Inspections: Conducted thorough safety inspections, diligently following safety rules and procedures to maintain a secure working environment.
General Support
Vulcan Materials Company
02.2015 - 04.2015
- Inventory Management: Informed supervisors and coworkers of inventory needs, double-checking supplies for the plant to ensure seamless operations and prevent disruptions.
- Safety Standards: Maintained high-level safety standards within plant operations, emphasizing a proactive approach to creating a secure working environment.
- Proactive Preventative Measures: Set and implemented preventative measures to ensure daily adherence to established standards, showcasing a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Strategic Meetings: Actively participated in meetings to discuss new growth opportunities, contributing valuable insights to strategic planning and business development.
- Results in Fast-Paced Environment: Contributed to team results in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and effectiveness in dynamic work settings
Quality Control Technician Asphalt / Aggregate
Vulcan Materials Company
03.2013 - 02.2015
- Quality Assurance Management: Managed the quality assurance program, conducting on-site evaluations of customer products and addressing any issues, ensuring compliance with high-quality standards.
- Compliance Adherence: Strictly followed all policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules, maintaining a disciplined approach to work and contributing to a well-regulated work environment.
- Efficient Quality Control Support: Supported the needs of quality control with skill and efficiency, contributing to the overall effectiveness of quality assurance processes.
- Asphalt Plant Collaboration: Collaborated with asphalt plants to ensure proper oil content, RAP content, and aggregate specification for CalTrans and Green Book specification projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
- Hot Drops and Mix Designs: Participated in asphalt plant hot drops and mix designs for production start-ups and certifications, demonstrating expertise in the production processes of asphalt materials.
Education
B.A - Business Administration/ Operations Management
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA08.2020
Associate of Arts Degree - Administration and Information Systems
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA08.2016
High School Diploma -
Temescal Canyon High School
Lake Elsinore, California06.2010
Skills
- Knowledge of Cal OSHA and MSHA standards and regulations
- Super SHE inspections and weekly plant inspections
- Trained in environmental inspections and hazardous material handling
- Budget building oriented
- Employee engagement and oversight of 40 employees
- Responsible for safety of 36 employees and process of 25 million TPY plant
- SCAQMD trained (South Coast Air Quality Management District)
- Effective communication and team-building skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 40 production team members.
Certification
- OSHA 30-hour
- CPR/First Aid
- Confined Space Gas Monitor Competent
- Supervisor Training
- MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration)
References
John Cox
Safety and Health Manager
Ames Construction
JohnCox@amesco.com
951-870-1624
Ivan Holler
Assistant City Manager
City of Murrieta
iholler@murrietaca.gov
760-803-3497
Dean Hansen
Vice President & Managing Director
HPSI
deanh@hpsionline.com
951-533-6388
Timeline
Safety Manager
Sully Miller Contracting
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Plant Manager
Martin Marietta
12.2022 - 05.2023
Plant Operations Supervisor
Vulcan Materials
06.2022 - 12.2022
Plant Supervisor
Vulcan Materials Company
03.2021 - 06.2022
Divisional Plant Foreman
Vulcan Materials Company
03.2018 - 03.2021
Plant Operator
Vulcan Materials Company
04.2015 - 03.2018
General Support
Vulcan Materials Company
02.2015 - 04.2015
Quality Control Technician Asphalt / Aggregate
Vulcan Materials Company
03.2013 - 02.2015
B.A - Business Administration/ Operations Management
California Baptist University
Associate of Arts Degree - Administration and Information Systems
Riverside Community College
High School Diploma -
Temescal Canyon High School
- OSHA 30-hour
- CPR/First Aid
- Confined Space Gas Monitor Competent
- Supervisor Training
- MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration)
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