Cindy Ott
Shoemakersville,PA
Summary
Committed Safety Supervisor with experience conducting proactive and reactive safety training and coaching with employees. Dedicated to researching and implementing safety measures based on company operations and latest information ascertained through official agencies. Outstanding working knowledge of federal regulations and rules. Determined Leader with extensive knowledge in compliance and regulations at both the state and federal levels. An engaging personality skilled in addressing specific safety needs. Versatile occupational health and safety director with hands-on expertise in multiple industries. Highly engaging team builder supports employee improvement and development in fast-paced, diverse workforce environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Safety Supervisor
Yuasa Battery Inc.
Laureldale, Pennsylvania
03.2021 - Current
- Offered staff coaching on observed at-risk work habits to minimize accidents and increase workplace safety.
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
- Verified monthly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Inspected work practices and procedures for compliance with company and federal regulations.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
- Trained company employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review.
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for employees.
- Identified and eliminated potential safety code deficits and addressed adequacy of fire exits, stairways, aisle spaces and sprinkler systems through annual inspections.
- Wrote, coordinated and delivered mass educational briefings focused on occupational accident trends and prevention.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Provided instructions to staffers during fire drills and emergency evacuations.
- Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to staff members.
- Reduced safety incidents by 95% by training and teaching risk management techniques, hazard identification, quality checks and documentation.
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order.
- Implemented safety training and traffic safety instructional courses which bolstered improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Aluminum Alloys Inc
Sinking Spring, PA
12.2018 - 02.2021
- Planned and conducted research, analyzed data, and communicated and reported information to clients and senior management.
- Scheduled regular inspections and audits, reported findings and implemented solutions.
- Audited occupational injury and illness claims to comprise proper and complete reporting.
- Conducted and investigated employee accidents and injuries, reported findings to senior management and made incident prevention recommendations.
- Documented, categorized, and reviewed company, government and industry-standard safety information and confirmed custody of latest information.
- Developed organizational policies designed to meet environmental goals through testing and applying solutions to reduce pollutant outputs.
- Led safety committees and made recommendations for policy changes to senior management.
- Enforced hazard elimination and control requirements for indoor and outdoor spaces to reduce accidents.
- Worked with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to assess company safety performance.
- Served in advisory and consultancy role to assist completion of industrial hygiene and environmental projects.
- Provided training to new personnel on hazard identification and instructed on reporting and handling of hazardous materials.
- Drafted reports and proposals to address technical problems, streamline project fulfillment and optimize marketing.
- Ran emergency safety drills and confirmed first aid stations functioned properly with no expired time-sensitive medical supplies.
- Kept, managed and organized company environmental records for 3 of years.
- Collaborated with management to create and deliver environmental compliance reports.
- Developed and presented environmental training programs to educate on key issues.
- Supported programs to comply with environmental, health and safety mandates.
- Monitored energy standards, use and waste control.
- Performed post-accident investigations to document and prevent workplace incidents.
- Educated and informed staff about OSHA compliance standards.
- Designed, developed, reviewed and modified project plans to optimize deployment.
- Promoted business development and organization management to improve strategic services growth, manage profitability and maintain project quality.
- Oversaw department employees in performing and fulfilling environmental, health and safety projects.
- Organized and conducted safety meetings to roll out new initiatives.
- Lent project management, technical and regulatory direction regarding conducting site investigation and remediation projects.
- Oversaw business development, staffing, personnel, client relations and business planning tasks.
- Determined and implemented policies for personal protective equipment (PPE) use.
- Analyzed effectiveness of company safety policy and provided suggestions for case-by-case improvement.
- Developed EHS procedures, guidelines and training programs to assist client groups.
- Obtained US EPA MEthod 9, OSHA 30, Kaizen, Sixth Sigma certification for environmental health and safety issues.
- Performed hazard assessments, industrial health monitoring, safety reviews and incident field analysis to promote environmental best practices.
- Examined safety and performance of protective equipment and emergency facilities, documenting non-compliance issues for remediation.
Health and Safety Technician
East Penn Manufacturing Co
Lyons Station, PA
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures for approximately 1000 employees.
- Developed safety and occupational safety training programs to comply with state and federal regulations, industry standards, and organizational guidelines.
- Maintained documentation to comply with site safety management plan and OSHA for regulatory committee.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain integrity of safety program.
- Enforced accident prevention and loss control systems to create safe conditions.
- Provided oral and written recommendations to supervisors and managers for safety program enhancements.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Examined credentials, licenses, and permits for compliance with licensing requirements.
- Collaborated with OSHA and regulatory agencies to discuss citations, accidents, and claims to discuss corrective action plans.
- Monitored subcontractor's adherence to site safety management plan and issued written warnings for nonconformance.
- Directed recordkeeping and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements.
- Conducted new employee interviews, orientation and training, and provided ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
- Assessed compliance of site operations, accuracy of forms and adequate employee notification for different policies.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
- Developed, implemented and trained on safety programs and injury prevention programs for industry clients.
- Updated contract, project and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
- Inspected job sites and completed in-depth reports outlining safety concerns and corrective recommendations.
- Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
Performance Coach Administrator
Amazon
Breinigsville, PA
11.2013 - 12.2014
- Developed training programs, preparation protocols and special promotional events.
- Applied training techniques to improve performance.
- Motivated industrial athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Verified long-term staff excellence by implementing updated and continuous training initiatives such as online modules, interactive programs and language labs.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas for 500 employees.
- Monitored day-to-day activities of company and employees, noting areas needing improvement and implementing plans for rectification.
- Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies improve retention.
- Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, language labs and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence.
- Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring.
Account Manager
Sovereign Bank/Santander Bank
Wyomissing, PA
08.1996 - 06.2009
- Delivered engaging and polished presentations to highlight products and draw favorable competitor comparisons.
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
- Negotiated prices for products and freights to decrease overall costs.
- Managed book of business worth $100 Million across multiple accounts.
- Managed multiple accounts by reviewing and mitigating discrepancies and collaborating with account holders.
- Improved account management by predicting potential competitive threats and outlining proactive solutions.
- Capitalized on emerging trends in customer preferences and marketplaces.
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Oversaw new business development and customer servicing.
- Liaised between account holders and various departments.
- Listened attentively to client feedback and worked with product development team to introduce new services.
- Introduced new processes to improve account and market tracking for better data analysis.
- Analyzed account details such as usage, sales data and client comments to enhance understanding of effectiveness and client needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business/Leisure And Sports Administration, EHS
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05.2013
Skills
- Safety program assessments
- Accident reporting
- Safety program development
- Incident investigation
- Site evaluation
- Project audits
- Occupational health hazards
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Occupational safety
- Safety courses
- Protective equipment
- OSHA standards and codes
- Industrial hygiene
- Implementing safety policies
- Employee training
- Company policy compliance
- Records/files maintenance
- Risk management
- Preventive measures
- Bloodborne pathogen analysis
- Training and mentoring
- Team Building
Certification
- CSP - Certified Safety Professional
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
- CPR, AED and First Aid Certified
- Safe Crisis Management
Timeline
Health and Safety Supervisor
Yuasa Battery Inc.
03.2021 - Current
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Aluminum Alloys Inc
12.2018 - 02.2021
Health and Safety Technician
East Penn Manufacturing Co
08.2015 - 12.2018
Performance Coach Administrator
Amazon
11.2013 - 12.2014
Account Manager
Sovereign Bank/Santander Bank
08.1996 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business/Leisure And Sports Administration, EHS
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania