Edith Renee Belton
Columbia,SC
Summary
Seasoned Safety Coordinator with 7 years of progressive experience in the field. Focused on promoting a culture of safety at all levels. Looking for a growth-oriented position with a progressive company. Results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout well-established career. Dedicated safety professional with a firm understanding of regulatory compliance, hazardous materials handling and incident management. Skilled in leading weekly meetings, developing training programs and managing workers compensation claims. Well-established occupational health and safety specialist offering more than 18 years of expertise. Exceptional experience in safety and compliance inspections. Known for excellent Leadership skills and knowledge in Manufacturing Excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Sylvamo
07.2016 - Current
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
- Coached employees, managers and executives on effective safety policies.
- Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues for 143 technicians.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards for 143 employees.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
Operating Technician
International Paper
01.1991 - 09.2022
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Monitored 143 employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Implemented updated operating procedures for143 technicians in Finished Products on the Paper & Winder machine and adjusted use to increase productivity and longevity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lugoff-Elgin High School
Lugoff, SC06.1981
No Degree - Business Administration
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC03.2006
Skills
- Safety Audit
- Job Safety Analysis
- Industrial Hygiene
- Safety Inspections
- Safety Behaviors
- Industrial Safety
- Safety Coordination
- Safety Knowledge
- Investigate Accidents
- Training Development
Accomplishments
- Planned and implemented the company-wide rollout of a proactive safety and health target program, partnering with field management and supervisory staff and effectively reduced overall accidents by 90%.
- Received Corporate Safety Champion for Safety Leadership.
- Collaborated with team of 143 in the development of Making Change Happen.
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Sylvamo
07.2016 - Current
Operating Technician
International Paper
01.1991 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Lugoff-Elgin High School
No Degree - Business Administration
Southern Wesleyan University
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