Christopher Morales
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic Safety Manager with a proven track record at JTI Electric, excelling in incident investigation and safety program development. Championed a culture of safety, enhancing employee engagement and compliance. Skilled in hazard identification and effective communication, consistently implementing policies that reduced workplace incidents and fostered a proactive safety environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
JTI Electric
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety policies ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
- Trained employees on safety protocols and emergency procedures to enhance workplace awareness.
- Led incident investigations, analyzing root causes and implementing preventive measures.
- Managed safety training programs, ensuring all employees received required certifications timely.
- Streamlined reporting processes for safety incidents, improving response times and documentation accuracy.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
- Consistently achieved high levels of employee engagement in safety meetings, fostering an environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, facilitating collaborative efforts to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
- Mentored junior staff members on professional development opportunities related to occupational health and Safety career paths.
- Updated and maintained safety documentation, keeping records accurate for audits and compliance checks.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Safety Technician
JTI Electric
04.2021 - Current
- Participated in incident investigations, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Engaged in regular communication with management regarding safety concerns and suggested improvements for processes.
- Aided in organizing safety drills to prepare employees for emergency situations and reinforce response protocols.
- Contributed to data entry related to safety incidents, maintaining accurate records for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain integrity of safety program.
- Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes, prevent future occurrences, and maintain a safe work environment.
- Served as a resource for employees seeking guidance on specific safety-related issues or concerns within their respective roles.
- Supported new hire orientation programs by delivering engaging safety presentations that emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe work environment.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Fostered culture of safety, leading workshops that increased employee engagement and awareness.
- Conducted safety audits to uncover potential risks, allowing for proactive mitigation measures.
- Reduced potential hazards, meticulously maintaining and inspecting safety equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety procedures, promoting a culture of workplace safety.
Safety Technician
American Safety Services Inc
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisted in conducting safety inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety procedures, promoting a culture of workplace safety.
- Assisted with Drug and Alcohol Testing department with conducting onsite screening, post incident, on call services, and walk ins/pre hire screening.
- Monitored and maintained safety equipment inventory, ensuring availability and proper functionality for staff use.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
Education
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Bakersfield, CA06-2006
Skills
- Incident investigation
- Implementing policies
- Safety program development
- Hazard identification
- Safety audits
- Accident investigation
- Safety inspection
- Training program development
- Risk identification
- Lockout-tagout procedures
- Incident response
- Electrical safety
- Confined space entry
- Equipment inspection
- Auditing safety processes
- Workplace ergonomics
- Health & safety leadership
- Root-cause analysis
- Risk assessment
- Training coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Professionalism
- Teamwork skills
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Interpersonal skills
- Goal setting
Timeline
Safety Manager
JTI Electric
01.2024 - Current
Safety Technician
JTI Electric
04.2021 - Current
Safety Technician
American Safety Services Inc
03.2020 - 04.2021
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School