Denise Deckert
Haz Management
Estacada,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in process improvements and safety compliance. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining a safe work environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workplace Services Technician 3
Bonneville Power Administration
Portland, OR
12.2015 - Current
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime during maintenance activities.
- Managed inventory of replacement parts, ensuring availability for ongoing projects.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring optimal levels of spare parts and materials at all times.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
- Maintained meticulous records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Meals on Wheels Coordinator, Kitchen Manager
Estacada Senior Community Center
Estacada, OR
10.2013 - 12.2015
- Developed and executed strategic plans to align departmental objectives with organizational goals.
- Coordinated resource allocation to ensure project completion within budget and time constraints.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Assistant Manager
Natures Country Store and Warehouse
Damascus, OR
09.2010 - 01.2012
- Facilitated training sessions to ensure staff adherence to company policies and best practices in operations.
- Managed inventory systems, optimizing supply chain operations for cost-effective procurement and distribution.
- Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and accurate reporting of results.
- Improved communication within the team through regular meetings, updates, and open channels of communication.
- Streamlined operational processes by implementing new strategies and procedures, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Assisted in budget development and monitoring, identifying opportunities for cost reduction where possible.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during periods of change by providing guidance and support to staff members affected by organizational restructuring or policy updates.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable contracts for goods and services while maintaining quality standards.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Accounts Payable Coordinator
USF Reddaway Inc.
Clackamas, OR
10.2005 - 10.2007
- Processed high-volume invoices efficiently, ensuring timely payment cycles.
- Maintained accurate vendor records and reconciled discrepancies to uphold financial integrity.
- Implemented streamlined workflows for invoice approvals, reducing processing time significantly.
- Assisted with month-end closing tasks, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
Hazmat Supply Manager
Spencer Environmental Inc.
Portland, OR
08.2001 - 10.2005
- Conducted hazardous materials inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for handling hazardous substances in various environments.
- Provided training to staff on safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend improvements in safety practices.
- Collaborated with emergency response teams to enhance preparedness for hazardous material incidents.
- Reviewed and updated safety documentation to reflect changes in regulations or operational procedures.
- Coordinated communication efforts between departments regarding hazardous material management initiatives.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts, leading to reduced risk of fines and penalties.
- Served as an expert resource on hazmat regulations, providing guidance to colleagues and clients as needed.
- Minimized environmental impact by ensuring proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Assisted with the development of spill response plans, increasing preparedness for emergency situations.
- Reduced hazardous waste incidents by implementing strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Coordinated transportation of hazardous materials, ensuring adherence to safety protocols throughout transit process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Portland, ORSkills
- Attention to detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Hazard communication
- Personal protective equipment
- Decontamination procedures
- Emergency response planning
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Hazardous materials identification
- Waste disposal techniques
- Spill prevention plans
- OSHA regulations compliance
Accomplishments
- Controlled operation by leading a team of four technicians to set up, operating and complete the production of 1,500 Emergency Spill Kits.
- Supervised team of eighteen staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Hazardous Materials Awareness Certified
- Hazmat Spill Certified
- OSHA Hazmat Training, Certified
Timeline
Workplace Services Technician 3
Bonneville Power Administration
12.2015 - Current
Meals on Wheels Coordinator, Kitchen Manager
Estacada Senior Community Center
10.2013 - 12.2015
Assistant Manager
Natures Country Store and Warehouse
09.2010 - 01.2012
Accounts Payable Coordinator
USF Reddaway Inc.
10.2005 - 10.2007
Hazmat Supply Manager
Spencer Environmental Inc.
08.2001 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School