Charles Ridings
Milton,Florida
Summary
Dynamic safety coordinator with a proven track record at Acme Barricades, excelling in accident prevention and hazard identification. Expert in conducting safety audits and training, fostering a culture of accountability and compliance. Adept at mentoring teams, enhancing workplace safety, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance.
United States Navy Veteran
1981-1993
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Cordinator
Acme Barricades.com
9800 Normandy Blvd Jacksonville Florida 32221
08.2023 - Current
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals, promoting a strong culture of workplace safety.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
Branch Manager
Acme Barricades
Montgomery Alabama
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and offering competitive compensation packages.
- Oversaw daily branch operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining operational integrity.
MOT Supervisor
Acme Barricades
Milton Florida
04.2015 - 06.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milton High School
Milton Florida06-1981
Skills
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Training and mentoring
- Recordkeeping skills
- Accident prevention
- Incident investigations
- Safety courses
- Hazard identification
- Safety training
- Site visits
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Injury reporting
Certification
MOT Advanced Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Safety Cordinator
Acme Barricades.com
08.2023 - Current
Branch Manager
Acme Barricades
06.2021 - 08.2023
MOT Supervisor
Acme Barricades
04.2015 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Milton High School