Office worker
Open To Work
Cynthia Buttram
Dow Chemical/Corteva Agriscience
Nampa,IDAHO
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
EHS TechnicianOffice Manager
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemote
Location:
Nampa, IDAHO
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid sick leave
1
Certification
34
years of professional experience
EHS professional with strong expertise in environmental health and safety protocols. Proven track record in hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in incident investigation, safety training, and emergency response. Reliable and consistent in delivering high standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Professional office support specialist with proven ability to manage administrative tasks efficiently and enhance workplace productivity. Strong focus on team collaboration, with adaptability to meet changing needs. Known for reliability, effective communication, and proficiency in scheduling, data management, and customer service, ensuring smooth operations and achieving results.
Experience handling all aspects of payroll processing, including employee paychecks and direct deposits, taxes, deductions and garnishments. Brings comprehensive understanding of applicable laws and regulations related to payroll and employee benefits. Excellent communicator answering employee inquiries and resolving any payroll-related issues.
Work History
EHS Technician
16 Years 5 Months- Participated in root cause analysis investigations following incidents or near misses, contributing to the development of targeted preventive actions.
- Aided in the development of site-specific EHS policies and standard operating procedures that aligned with corporate guidelines as well as local regulations.
- Supported facility managers in achieving regulatory compliance through consistent monitoring and evaluation of EHS performance indicators.
- Provided technical expertise for industrial hygiene evaluations, leading to improved worker protection measures.
- Assisted in obtaining necessary permits for environmental, health, and safety initiatives by preparing accurate documentation.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor.
- Conducted thorough inspections on storage areas to ensure compliance with regulations for storing hazardous substances.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Stormwater inspections, analytical, and entry into SMARTS
- POTW samples, reporting analytical to agencies
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations through regular audits and inspections.
Office Manager
17 Years 6 Months- Streamlined office operations to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce administrative bottlenecks.
- Coordinated scheduling and communication among departments to ensure seamless project execution.
- Implemented inventory management systems for office supplies, optimizing resource allocation and usage.
- Developed training materials for new hires, fostering a knowledgeable and competent workforce.
- Supervised administrative staff, providing mentorship and guidance to improve team performance.
- Led initiatives to standardize office procedures, increasing operational consistency across teams.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms and services.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
- Conducted regular reviews of office procedures, identifying and implementing improvements for operational excellence.
- Developed and enforced office policies that aligned with company values and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
- Streamlined office processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce administrative delays.
- Coordinated scheduling for meetings, ensuring optimal use of resources and time management.
- Trained new staff on office procedures, fostering a collaborative work environment and knowledge sharing.
- Processed payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments.
- Maintained payroll records in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Assisted in resolving payroll discrepancies through detailed analysis and communication.
- Trained new staff on payroll procedures and software usage, fostering team competency.
- Collaborated with HR to verify employee data for accurate compensation calculations.
- Reviewed payroll reports for accuracy, identifying trends and inconsistencies proactively.
- Led efforts to streamline payroll workflows, resulting in improved turnaround times for disbursements.
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Responded to employee inquiries to clarify payroll issues regarding wages, deductions and taxes.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
- Processed new hire paperwork and documents.
- Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Assisted new hires with onboarding paperwork related to direct deposit setup, tax forms, and benefit enrollment.
- Ensured accurate payment distribution for employees by diligently reviewing timecards and attendance records.
- Issued paychecks on designated pay dates to avoid employee dissatisfaction.
- Resolved issues arising from incorrect payments or missing information by collaborating with managers to gather necessary details promptly.
- Established a well-organized filing system for maintaining all payroll-related documents securely.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing employee inquiries regarding payroll matters, fostering a positive working environment.
- Reduced payroll discrepancies by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations of employee records.
- Managed garnishments and levies in accordance with legal requirements, ensuring proper withholding from employee wages.
- Reconciled bank and payroll records routinely to verify accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state payroll regulations, staying updated on changes in tax laws.
- Increased departmental efficiency by creating comprehensive payroll processing guidelines.
- Facilitated employee understanding of payroll issues, providing detailed explanations and quick resolutions.
- Optimized direct deposit setup for employees, ensuring prompt and reliable salary payments.
- Provided training to new payroll clerks, sharing best practices and system knowledge.
- Assisted in implementing new payroll system, leading to more efficient operations.
- Developed custom payroll reports for management, facilitating strategic financial planning.
- Enhanced accuracy of timekeeping records, verifying employee hours worked against payroll data.
- Participated in payroll software updates, testing new features to maximize departmental efficiency.
- Reduced payroll processing errors, conducting detailed checks before final submission.
- Contributed to team meetings with insights on payroll process improvements, fostering culture of continuous enhancement.
- Supported transition to digital payroll system, significantly reducing paper use and increasing data accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee payroll information, ensuring secure handling of sensitive data.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
Education
High School Diploma
Bachelor's - Business/Accounting
Working towards my Bachelor's in Business/Accounting
Skills
Workplace inspections
Hazard identification
Accident prevention
Safety training
Ergonomics
Environmental monitoring
Personal protective equipment
Permitting processes
Teamwork
Time management
Multitasking
Organizational skills
Record keeping
Data analysis
Report writing
Regulatory compliance
Data entry
Payroll processing
Accounts payable
Confidentiality assurance
Payroll policies
Customer service
Positive attitude
Certification
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration approved providers.
- Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest 22 CCR 66262.23, provided by NES 12/13/2023
Timeline
EHS Technician
Dow Chemical/Corteva Agriscience
08.2008 - 01.2025Read More
Office Manager
Celotex/Dow Chemical
02.1991 - 08.2008Read More
Devry University
Bachelor's from Business/Accounting
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Tracy High School
High School Diploma
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